Weather Or Not Science Olympiad

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What are the main stages of the water cycle?

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Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation.

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What type of storm is characterized by thunder and lightning?

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Thunderstorm.

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What is a cold front?

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A boundary where cold air replaces warmer air, often bringing precipitation.

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What are the four main types of clouds?

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Cirrus, Cumulus, Nimbus, Stratus.

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What does an occluded front look like on a weather map?

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It is represented by purple triangles and semi-circles.

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What is evaporation in the context of the water cycle?

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The process by which water changes from liquid to vapor.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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The process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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

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A warm front occurs when warm air replaces cold air, while a cold front occurs when cold air replaces warm air.

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What are cumulonimbus clouds?

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Large, towering clouds associated with thunderstorms and severe weather.