UPCAT General Science (Extended) — Atmosphere, Weather & ClimateConcept Map
Concept maps turn Atmosphere, Weather & Climate from a list of facts into a connected picture. For UPCAT General Science (Extended), this visual makes it easier to see how Atmosphere, Weather & Climate relates to other chapters University of the Philippines tests in the same paper.
Exam context
The University of the Philippines College Admission Test is conducted by University of the Philippines and is scheduled for Mid-2026 (announced by UP Admissions). The General Science (Extended) subtest is marked as "Extended coverage for UP Science programs" in the official pattern, and Atmosphere, Weather & Climate appears in position 4th of 6 in the UPCAT General Science (Extended) review rotation. Passing mark: UPG ≤ 2.2 typical. Recent UPCAT 2026 papers have drawn roughly 20 questions from this subject.
Atmosphere, Weather & Climate - Concept map
Central Concept
Atmosphere, Weather & Climate
Related Concepts
Concept
Atmospheric Composition
Sub Concepts
- Nitrogen 78%
- Oxygen 21%
- Argon 0.93%
- Carbon dioxide 0.03%
- Other gases 0.04%
Relationship To Central
Forms the foundation of atmospheric science
Concept
Atmospheric Layers
Sub Concepts
- Troposphere
- Stratosphere
- Mesosphere
- Thermosphere
- Exosphere
- Ionosphere
Relationship To Central
Vertical structure that affects weather patterns
Concept
Weather Elements
Sub Concepts
- Temperature
- Atmospheric Pressure
- Wind
- Humidity
- Precipitation
- Clouds
Relationship To Central
Observable atmospheric conditions that change daily
Concept
Wind Systems
Sub Concepts
- Philippine Monsoons
- Trade Winds
- Global Wind Belts
- Local Breezes
Relationship To Central
Air movement patterns that distribute heat and moisture
Concept
Cloud Types
Sub Concepts
- Cirrus
- Cumulus
- Stratus
- Nimbostratus
- Cumulonimbus
Relationship To Central
Visible water vapor formations that indicate weather conditions
Concept
Weather Fronts
Sub Concepts
- Cold Front
- Warm Front
- Stationary Front
- Occluded Front
Relationship To Central
Boundaries between air masses that create weather changes
Concept
Hydrosphere
Sub Concepts
- Ocean Currents
- Water Distribution
- Upwelling
- Deep Currents
Relationship To Central
Water cycle interactions with atmospheric processes
Concept Connections
To
Weather Elements
From
Atmospheric Layers
Strength
strong
Relationship
Troposphere contains nearly all weather phenomena
To
Wind
From
Temperature
Strength
strong
Relationship
Temperature differences create pressure gradients that drive wind
To
Weather Patterns
From
Atmospheric Pressure
Strength
strong
Relationship
High and low pressure systems determine fair or stormy weather
To
Precipitation
From
Humidity
Strength
strong
Relationship
High humidity provides moisture for rain formation
To
Seasonal Climate
From
Philippine Monsoons
Strength
strong
Relationship
Monsoon patterns determine wet and dry seasons
To
Global Wind Patterns
From
Coriolis Effect
Strength
strong
Relationship
Earth's rotation deflects wind direction creating global circulation
To
Regional Climate
From
Ocean Currents
Strength
moderate
Relationship
Warm and cold currents influence coastal temperatures
To
Weather Prediction
From
Cloud Types
Strength
strong
Relationship
Cloud formations indicate upcoming weather conditions
To
Weather Fronts
From
Air Mass Properties
Strength
strong
Relationship
Different air masses create frontal boundaries
To
Local Breezes
From
Solar Heating
Strength
strong
Relationship
Differential heating of land and water creates sea and land breezes
To
UV Protection
From
Stratosphere
Strength
moderate
Relationship
Ozone layer absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation
To
Weather Systems
From
Water Cycle
Strength
strong
Relationship
Evaporation and condensation drive weather patterns
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