5th Grade Weather Practice Test

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What causes convection currents to form in the atmosphere?

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Convection currents form when air temperatures are different, causing warmer air to rise and cooler air to sink.

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What is the term for rain that freezes before it hits the ground?

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Sleet.

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How does latitude affect climate zones?

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The latitude of a region has the greatest effect on its climate zones, influencing temperature and weather patterns.

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What are the three main climate zones described by latitude?

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Tropical, temperate, and polar.

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What is the significance of barometric pressure in weather forecasting?

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Today's barometric pressure helps forecasters predict weather patterns and changes.

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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 average weather patterns in a region.

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What role does the sun play in weather patterns?

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The sun provides energy that drives weather systems, influencing temperature, wind, and precipitation.

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What is the water cycle and its importance in weather?

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The water cycle describes the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, playing a crucial role in weather patterns and precipitation.

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What is humidity and how does it affect weather?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air; high humidity can lead to cloud formation and precipitation.

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What is the difference between a cold front and a warm front?

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A cold front occurs when a cold air mass pushes into a warm air mass, often causing storms; a warm front occurs when a warm air mass moves over a cold air mass, leading to gradual weather changes.

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