Scientific Terms (Meteorology)

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What is the main focus of a meteorologist's work?

Predicting and studying the weather

Which scientific instrument is used to measure wind speed?

Anemometer

What does atmospheric pressure refer to?

The force air exerts on its surroundings

Why is drought a significant concern?

It leads to water scarcity for various purposes

What is the primary difference between hot air and cold air in terms of density?

Cold air has high density, hot air has low density

What happens to the atmospheric pressure as we move up toward the top of a mountain?

It decreases

Why do air molecules move away from each other when air is heated?

Because air expands when heated

What effect does a sandstorm have on human health?

Harms eyes and respiratory systems

How do farmers adapt to the extreme hot and dry climate of deserts?

By developing ways to benefit from limited water

What is the primary reason for farmers facing challenges in deserts according to the text?

More water evaporating than falling as precipitation

Which scientific instrument is used to measure the amount of rain in a specific area?

Rain gauge

Why do farmers face challenges in desert farming according to the text?

Due to the hot climate and limited water availability in deserts

What does humidity measure in the air?

Water vapor content

Why can we not stand barefoot on the sand of a beach at noon in summer according to the text?

Because sand heats up faster than water

What is the primary function of an anemometer?

Measures wind speed

What is the primary reason for farmers facing challenges due to more water evaporating than falling as precipitation?

Rising temperatures in desert regions

In the context of air density, what is the effect of air temperature at the bottom of a mountain?

Air temperature increases

How do meteorologists measure weather conditions from different altitudes?

Using satellites, airplanes, and weather balloons

What is the main consequence of sandstorms on human health according to the text?

Sandstorms harm human eyes and respiratory systems

Why do farmers adapt to the extreme hot and dry climate of deserts according to the text?

To mitigate the challenges posed by limited water availability

Test your knowledge of scientific terms related to meteorology with this quiz covering definitions such as meteorology, meteorologist, atmospheric pressure, humidity, and drought.

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