Big Idea 7.1- Weather factors practice

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What type of weather is associated with high-pressure systems and clear skies?

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Sunny and dry.

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Why do meteorologists study wind direction?

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To forecast which way a weather system might move.

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What weather can be expected when cumulonimbus clouds are present?

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Thunderstorms or heavy rain.

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What instrument measures the speed of the wind?

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Anemometer.

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What weather conditions are likely to produce hail?

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Warm, humid air with strong updrafts in a thunderstorm.

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What is a high-pressure system?

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A weather system where the atmospheric pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, often leading to clear skies.

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What is a low-pressure system?

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A weather system where the atmospheric pressure is lower than the surrounding areas, often leading to cloudy and stormy weather.

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What role do clouds play in weather prediction?

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Cloud types and formations can indicate upcoming weather conditions.

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What is the purpose of a barometer?

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To measure atmospheric pressure, which helps predict weather changes.

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What are updrafts in a thunderstorm?

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Strong upward currents of air that can lead to severe weather conditions like hail.