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What is the main function of Doppler radar?
What is the main function of Doppler radar?
What do satellite maps primarily show?
What do satellite maps primarily show?
Which of the following is an example of precipitation?
Which of the following is an example of precipitation?
What do temperature maps show?
What do temperature maps show?
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Why is knowing wind speed important according to the text?
Why is knowing wind speed important according to the text?
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Study Notes
Understanding Weather Maps
- Weather maps are used to plan for the day by showing what the weather will be like in a certain area for the day and coming days.
- Meteorologists, scientists who study the atmosphere, use computer systems, satellites, and observations to forecast the weather.
Reading a Weather Map
- Most weather maps have a legend that acts as a key to understand the symbols on the map.
- The legend explains what each symbol on the map represents, such as 'H' for higher pressure indicating nice, clear weather.
Types of Weather Maps
- Satellite maps take pictures of Earth from space, showing cloud cover and major weather changes.
- Doppler radar maps use the Doppler effect to detect how a target is moving, displaying information about storms and precipitation.
- Precipitation maps display where different types of precipitation will occur, using symbols or colors to indicate rain, snow, etc.
- Temperature maps show the temperature of a particular area for a given time.
- Front maps show cold fronts (cold air replacing warm air) and warm fronts (warm air replacing cold air).
- Wind Speed maps display how rough the winds will be, useful for planning outdoor activities like flying a kite.
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Description
Learn about weather maps and how they help in planning for the day's weather. Discover how to interpret weather forecasts based on the information provided on weather maps.
