Weather Terminology

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Which term is most synonymous with 'tropical storm' in the context of weather phenomena?

Blizzard
Earthquake
Hurricane (correct)
Heatwave

The term 'arid' is used to describe regions that experience high levels of precipitation.

False (B)

What meteorological term describes the point at which rain clouds 'break up'?

Dissipate

A seasonal wind accompanied by heavy rainfall is known as a ______.

Monsoon Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to atmospheric conditions:

Chilly = Cold Precipitation = Rain, snow Tornado = Spinning wind storm, mostly in North America Condensation = Water in the air Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms is used to describe a tropical storm in the Northwest Pacific?

Typhoon (B) Signup and view all the answers

The term 'dissipate' refers to the process of water in the air turning into liquid form.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a sea-breeze with heavy rain, common in certain regions, also known as?

monsoon Signup and view all the answers

________ is another term used to describe very dry conditions.

arid Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms related to weather phenomena with their descriptions:

Precipitation = Any form of water falling from the sky Tornado = A localized and violently destructive windstorm occurring over land Frigid = Extremely cold Signup and view all the answers

Hurricane

A severe tropical storm characterized by strong winds and heavy rainfall.

Arid

Extremely dry; receiving little to no rainfall.