5th Grade Weather Review

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What is a low-pressure weather system?

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A low-pressure weather system usually brings clouds and precipitation.

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What is a high-pressure weather system?

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A high-pressure weather system usually brings cool dry air and clear skies.

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of water droplets, dust, and smoke particles.

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How is wind formed?

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Wind is formed by the unequal heating of the land, causing air to flow from areas of higher pressure to areas of lower pressure.

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What happens to temperatures when low clouds cover the sky during the daytime?

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Temperatures become cooler.

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Why is the air near the top of a mountain cooler than at the base?

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As air pressure decreases, temperature decreases.

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What is the role of the sun in weather patterns?

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The sun heats the Earth's surface unevenly, leading to differences in air pressure and the formation of wind.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.