Technological developments used to create modern maps

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1. Explain how the system of latitude and longitude on the Earth's surface is measured. Include the following items in your explanation:

I. Format of the measurement

II. Key points of reference in the system

III. How time is related to the measurement system.

2. Describe three recent technological developments used to create modern maps.

3. Describe an oceanic gyre and explain how it contributes to the Earth's energy balance.

4. Describe the two main factors that determine worldwide wind patterns.

5. Define the terms absolute, specific, and relative humidity, and explain how they differ from each other.

6. Identify the four processes of atmospheric lifting that cause clouds to form, and explain how they work to form clouds.

7. Explain cold and warm fronts with regards to how they are similar and different.

8. Describe the wind and pressure characteristics of a tornado.

9. Describe two different types of breezes that are created by: The unequal heating of land and The unequal heating of land and water.

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