Podcast
Questions and Answers
What does a thermometer measure?
What does a thermometer measure?
- Temperature in the air (correct)
- Humidity levels
- Air pressure
- Precipitation levels
A rain gauge is used to measure the temperature in the air.
A rain gauge is used to measure the temperature in the air.
False (B)
What is formed when a cold air mass bumps up against a warm air mass?
What is formed when a cold air mass bumps up against a warm air mass?
Cold Front
A _____ measures the amount of precipitation.
A _____ measures the amount of precipitation.
Match the type of front with its description:
Match the type of front with its description:
What is the term for water changing from gas to liquid?
What is the term for water changing from gas to liquid?
The atmosphere consists of solid layers surrounding the Earth.
The atmosphere consists of solid layers surrounding the Earth.
What does precipitation refer to?
What does precipitation refer to?
When clouds become too full, the water droplets fall to Earth's surface as __________.
When clouds become too full, the water droplets fall to Earth's surface as __________.
Match the following weather-related terms with their definitions:
Match the following weather-related terms with their definitions:
What conditions are necessary for a hurricane to develop?
What conditions are necessary for a hurricane to develop?
A tornado watch indicates that a tornado has already been spotted.
A tornado watch indicates that a tornado has already been spotted.
What type of cloud is characterized by high altitude and thin, wispy appearance?
What type of cloud is characterized by high altitude and thin, wispy appearance?
The four conditions necessary for severe storms include a lot of moisture, unstable air, large temperature differences, and the __________ energy.
The four conditions necessary for severe storms include a lot of moisture, unstable air, large temperature differences, and the __________ energy.
What does a tornado warning signify?
What does a tornado warning signify?
Match the weather term with its description:
Match the weather term with its description:
What is the calm center of a hurricane called?
What is the calm center of a hurricane called?
Hurricanes are named using a mix of boy and girl names in alphabetical order.
Hurricanes are named using a mix of boy and girl names in alphabetical order.
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Weather Instruments
- Thermometers measure air temperature.
- Rain gauges collect and measure precipitation.
- Air masses are large bodies of air with consistent temperature and humidity.
Fronts
- Cold Front: Cold air mass colliding with a warm air mass can cause strong storms, thunderstorms, and snowstorms.
- Warm Front: Warm air mass rising over cold air mass creates gray clouds and rain.
- Stationary Front: Two air masses meet and remain stationary.
Weather Concepts
- Weather: Atmospheric conditions at a specific time and place.
- Atmosphere: Layers of air surrounding Earth.
- Evaporation: Liquid water turning into gas.
- Condensation: Water vapor turning into liquid.
- Precipitation: Water falling from clouds as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
- Runoff: Precipitation flowing downhill on Earth's surface.
- Weather Conditions: Temperature, wind, and air pressure.
- Air Pressure: Weight of air pressing on Earth's surface.
- Humidity: Amount of water vapor in the air.
Weather and Climate Study Guide
- Key Concepts:
- Define and describe weather and climate.
- Identify high and low pressure, precipitation, fronts, and cloud types on maps.
- Understand the water cycle.
- Read and interpret climate graphs and weather forecasts.
Cloud Classification
- Classified by height and shape.
Severe Storms
- Conditions for severe storms:
- High moisture content.
- Unstable air.
- Large temperature differences.
- Solar energy.
Hurricane Development
- 5 conditions for hurricane formation:
- Counter-clockwise rotation of winds in the Northern Hemisphere.
- Wind speeds exceeding 74 mph.
- Hurricanes can be upgraded based on conditions meeting the requirements.
- The eye of the storm is calm.
Hurricane Naming Convention
- Hurricanes are named alphabetically using alternating boy and girl names.
- Names of hurricanes causing significant damage are retired.
Tornado Watches and Warnings
- Tornado Watch: Favorable conditions for tornado formation.
- Tornado Warning: Tornado has been spotted on the ground.
- A funnel cloud is not considered a tornado without ground contact.
- Thunderstorms are often caused by collisions between cold and warm air.
Meteorologist Predictions
- Predictions help people:
- Choose appropriate clothing.
- Plan their day.
- Stay safe during storms.
Weather Symbol Descriptions
- High: Fair weather
- Low: Rainy
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
