Weather 5th Grade

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What is an air mass?

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A large body of air with the same temperature and humidity throughout.

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What type of weather does a cumulus cloud bring?

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Fair weather.

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What does an anemometer measure?

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Wind speed.

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What is the main source of the water cycle?

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The Sun.

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True or False: Air always wants to move to an area of low pressure.

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TRUE.

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What is the definition of weather?

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The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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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 conditions.

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What role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides energy that causes evaporation of water, leading to the water cycle.

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What is a cold front?

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A boundary where a cold air mass is replacing a warmer air mass.

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What is a warm front?

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A boundary where a warm air mass is replacing a colder air mass.