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What does a barometer measure?
What does a barometer measure?
Which weather term relates to the conditions in the air outside over a long period of time?
Which weather term relates to the conditions in the air outside over a long period of time?
What does a wind vane measure?
What does a wind vane measure?
Which weather hazard involves a spinning column of air and extremely strong winds?
Which weather hazard involves a spinning column of air and extremely strong winds?
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What does a rain gauge measure?
What does a rain gauge measure?
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Which of these statements is NOT TRUE about weather?
Which of these statements is NOT TRUE about weather?
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Which month in the table receives the least precipitation?
Which month in the table receives the least precipitation?
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In terms of temperature, which month is the warmest?
In terms of temperature, which month is the warmest?
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Which weather hazard is mentioned in the text as being preventable?
Which weather hazard is mentioned in the text as being preventable?
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Why is flooding considered a dangerous natural hazard?
Why is flooding considered a dangerous natural hazard?
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What is the main approach to protecting people from fast wind?
What is the main approach to protecting people from fast wind?
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How can lightning hazards be minimized during thunderstorms?
How can lightning hazards be minimized during thunderstorms?
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Why do scientists measure changes in weather?
Why do scientists measure changes in weather?
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What are seasons?
What are seasons?
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How are thunderstorms and hurricanes dangerous?
How are thunderstorms and hurricanes dangerous?
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Which of the following does NOT reduce the impact of flooding?
Which of the following does NOT reduce the impact of flooding?
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If Mrs. Ritchie heard thunder from lightning while at the pool, what should she do?
If Mrs. Ritchie heard thunder from lightning while at the pool, what should she do?
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Study Notes
Weather Measurement Tools
- A barometer measures atmospheric pressure.
- A wind vane measures wind direction.
- A rain gauge measures precipitation.
Weather Terms and Hazards
- Climate refers to the conditions in the air outside over a long period of time.
- A tornado is a spinning column of air with extremely strong winds.
- Flooding is a dangerous natural hazard due to its potential to cause loss of life and property damage.
- Lightning hazards can be minimized during thunderstorms by avoiding tall objects, staying away from water, and staying indoors.
Weather Patterns and Safety
- Seasons are periods of the year characterized by specific weather patterns and temperatures.
- Thunderstorms and hurricanes are dangerous due to strong winds, heavy rainfall, and lightning.
- The main approach to protecting people from fast wind is to provide shelter and secure outdoor objects.
- Scientists measure changes in weather to understand and predict patterns.
- If you hear thunder from lightning, you should seek shelter immediately.
Mitigating Flooding Impact
- Not building structures in flood-prone areas reduces the impact of flooding.
- Building dams and levees can also reduce the impact of flooding.
Weather Safety Tips
- If you hear thunder while at the pool, you should get out of the pool and seek shelter immediately.
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Test your knowledge on weather terms by matching them with their correct definitions. From air pressure to climate, this quiz covers key concepts in Earth science.
