Weather Unit Test

Front

What is the primary driving force of the water cycle on Earth?

Back

The Sun

Front

Which process in the water cycle involves water vapor cooling and changing into liquid droplets?

Back

Condensation

Front

Why is water essential for life on Earth?

Back

It regulates temperature, it is a solvent for chemical reactions, it provides habitat for organisms.

Front

How do clouds form in the atmosphere?

Back

Through the condensation of water vapor

Front

What type of weather is typically associated with stratus clouds?

Back

Light rain or drizzle

Front

How do large cumulus clouds influence rainfall?

Back

They often lead to heavy rainfall

Front

What do cirrus clouds usually indicate about upcoming weather?

Back

Fair weather will continue

Front

How does the angle of the Sun's rays affect temperatures at the poles compared to the equator?

Back

The poles receive less direct sunlight.

Front

What is convection, and how does it occur in the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Circulation of air due to temperature differences

Front

What are the Tradewinds, and where are they located?

Back

Winds that blow from east to west near the equator