Weather

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What type of weather is associated with low pressure systems?

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Rainy weather.

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What causes global convection currents in the atmosphere?

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Uneven heating of the Earth's surface.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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In which layer of the atmosphere do meteors burn up?

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Mesosphere.

Front

What defines an air mass besides its temperature?

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Water vapor content (humidity).

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What instrument is used to measure wind speed?

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Anemometer.

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What is the primary factor that influences weather patterns?

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Air pressure.

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What is the term for the movement of air from high pressure to low pressure?

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Wind.

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What is the role of humidity in weather?

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It affects precipitation and temperature.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term averages.

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What phenomenon occurs when warm air rises and cool air sinks?

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Convection.

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