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Course Title: Meteorology & Oceanography 1
Term Exam: COURSE OUTCOME
Course Code: Met-O 1
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COURSE OUTCOME 2 - QUESTIONNAIRE

Name John David Derris Score
Course/Section BSMT 31 – A6 Date

Instructor 2/O REYNALDO V. DELA CRUZ

CO 3: Use appropriate meteorological information and observations in determining expected weather

conditions.

Performance Task: Identify and explain in writing the weather system, isobars, and fronts from the synoptic
chart shown below.
Note:
 Illustrate knowledge on the characteristics of the various weather systems, reporting procedures,
and recording systems.
 Determine the structure of depressions, including the anticyclones and other pressure systems
 Determine the meaning and their pictures of each as you can show on the synoptic pictures below.

Instruction: Oct 6
Write your answer (8 items) below the synoptic chart and explain each item in writing.
A rubric will be used for scoring the explanation in writing.
Duration of the activity: 1hour /30 minutes.
Instruction: Oct 7
Present a hard Copy and calling for an individual to illustrate the synoptic charts,

Rubric:
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TASKS Criteria
Outstanding Good Fair Poor POINTS
(100) (90) (80) (70)
Accuracy Information No significant Enough The
(see above of in written text errors were errors were information
instruction information is precise, made. A few made, but included
) in written explicit, and inconsistencies some was mostly
text. consistently or errors in information inaccurate.
correct. information is accurate.
were
identified.
Max. Score

Final Score= Scored Points / Total Points (8) x 100

70% and Above = Pass
Final Result Below 70% = Fail

Identification of weather systems, isobars and fronts, anticyclone, depression, and trough.

Identification of Weather Systems: Isobars, Fronts, Anticyclone, Depression, and Trough

Weather systems are dynamic and complex atmospheric phenomena that drive our day-to-
day weather patterns. Identifying these systems is crucial for meteorologists, sailors, and
anyone who needs to understand and predict weather conditions. In this essay, we will

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explore the identification of five key weather systems: isobars, fronts, anticyclones,
depressions, and troughs.

Isobars:
Isobars are lines on a weather map that connect areas of equal atmospheric pressure. By
analyzing isobars, meteorologists can understand pressure patterns across regions. When
isobars are close together, it indicates a steep pressure gradient, leading to strong winds
and turbulent weather. Conversely, widely spaced isobars signify lower wind speeds and
calmer conditions. Isobars provide valuable information for predicting wind direction and
intensity.

Fronts:
Fronts are boundaries that separate air masses with different temperature, humidity, and
pressure characteristics. Four types of fronts commonly occur: cold fronts, warm fronts,
occluded fronts, and stationary fronts. Cold fronts, marked by blue triangles on weather
maps, indicate the leading edge of a colder air mass advancing into warmer air. Warm
fronts, designated by red semi-circles, represent the transition from cooler to warmer air.
Occluded fronts occur when a faster-moving cold front overtakes a slower-moving warm
front. Stationary fronts, depicted by alternating blue triangles and red semi-circles, indicate
little to no movement between air masses.

Anticyclone:
Anticyclones, often referred to as high-pressure systems, are areas characterized by
descending air, clear skies, and stable weather conditions. On weather maps, anticyclones
are depicted by H symbols. Air spirals outward in a clockwise direction in the Northern
Hemisphere and counterclockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. High-pressure systems are
typically associated with fair weather, light winds, and warmer temperatures.

Depression:
Depressions, also known as low-pressure systems or cyclones, represent regions where
warm, moist air rises and cools, leading to cloud formation and precipitation. Depressions
are depicted by L symbols on weather maps. Air circulates counterclockwise around low-
pressure centers in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere.
Low-pressure systems often bring cloudy skies, rain, strong winds, and, in some cases,
severe weather conditions.

Trough:
A trough is a meteorological term used to describe a region of low atmospheric pressure
that extends horizontally over an area. Troughs are often associated with unsettled weather
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conditions, including the potential for storms and heavy rainfall. In weather maps, troughs
are represented by a line with a concave shape facing the area of lower pressure. The
interaction between troughs and other weather systems, such as fronts, can lead to the
development of precipitation and thunderstorms.

In conclusion, understanding and identifying weather systems like isobars, fronts,

anticyclones, depressions, and troughs are essential for making accurate weather forecasts
and ensuring safety in various activities, including maritime navigation, agriculture, and
disaster preparedness. Meteorologists rely on these systems to provide timely and reliable
weather information, allowing us to plan and adapt to changing weather conditions
effectively.

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