Weather December 9 Independent Practice

Front

What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

Back

Barometer

Front

How is wind formed?

Back

Unequal heating of the land causes air to flow from areas of higher pressure to areas of lower pressure.

Front

What type of weather does a low-pressure system bring?

Back

Storms and high winds.

Front

What type of weather is associated with high air pressure?

Back

Cool with clear skies.

Front

What can be expected when cirrus clouds are observed?

Back

Fair weather.

Front

What is a thermometer used for?

Back

Measuring temperature.

Front

What does a psychrometer measure?

Back

Humidity.

Front

What is an anemometer used to measure?

Back

Wind speed.

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure decreases.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.