Weather (2nd Grade)

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a rain-bearing cloud that also produces lightning. It can include heavy rain, strong winds, hail, and thunder.

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What are the characteristics of a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground. It is characterized by its funnel shape and can cause significant damage.

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What types of precipitation can occur?

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The different types of precipitation include rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined circulation pattern. It forms over warm ocean waters and can cause severe damage when it makes landfall.

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What causes flooding?

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Flooding occurs when there is an overflow of water onto normally dry land, often due to heavy rainfall, storm surges, or melting snow.

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What is the difference between a storm and a weather event?

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A storm is a specific type of weather event characterized by severe conditions, such as strong winds, heavy rain, or snow, while a weather event can refer to any atmospheric condition.

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What is the role of warm air in storm formation?

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Warm air rises and can lead to the development of storms as it cools and condenses, forming clouds and precipitation.

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What is a flood watch?

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A flood watch is an alert issued when conditions are favorable for flooding, but it is not certain that flooding will occur.

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What is a flood warning?

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A flood warning is an alert issued when flooding is imminent or already occurring, indicating that people should take immediate action.

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What is the Saffir-Simpson scale?

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The Saffir-Simpson scale is a classification system for hurricanes that rates them from Category 1 to Category 5 based on their sustained wind speeds and potential damage.