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What weather phenomenon provides the energy that plants need to undergo photosynthesis?
What weather phenomenon provides the energy that plants need to undergo photosynthesis?
- Hurricanes
- Rain
- Snowstorms
- Sunshine (correct)
Which weather event can last anywhere from a few seconds to 20 minutes or more?
Which weather event can last anywhere from a few seconds to 20 minutes or more?
- Blizzards
- Tornadoes (correct)
- Sandstorms
- Hurricanes
How is humidity measured in the atmosphere?
How is humidity measured in the atmosphere?
- Using a barometer
- Using a rain gauge
- Using a thermometer
- Using a hygrometer (correct)
What type of clouds generally form near the ground?
What type of clouds generally form near the ground?
In which climate are sandstorms more likely to occur?
In which climate are sandstorms more likely to occur?
What is the primary role of wind in weather events?
What is the primary role of wind in weather events?
What occurs when a warm air mass moves into a colder one?
What occurs when a warm air mass moves into a colder one?
Which type of front is created when a cold air mass clashes with a warm air mass?
Which type of front is created when a cold air mass clashes with a warm air mass?
What is the main characteristic of continental climates in terms of temperature?
What is the main characteristic of continental climates in terms of temperature?
How are warm fronts depicted on weather maps?
How are warm fronts depicted on weather maps?
Why is it important to understand different kinds of weather?
Why is it important to understand different kinds of weather?
What is the primary purpose of forecasting weather?
What is the primary purpose of forecasting weather?
What factors can affect the weather?
What factors can affect the weather?
What do meteorologists use to predict weather events?
What do meteorologists use to predict weather events?
Which atmospheric conditions are considered by meteorologists when forecasting weather?
Which atmospheric conditions are considered by meteorologists when forecasting weather?
