Weather Lessons 1-6

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Density is ________.

Back

how CLOSE or FAR particles are from each other

Front

The higher the altitude (or height off of the ground), the air temperature increases.

Back

False

Front

Around the time of a hailstorm, the winds slow down.

Back

False

Front

Hail clouds are higher up than many other cloud types.

Back

True

Front

When the hail cloud formed, the air moved up and down.

Back

True

Front

What is the definition of weather?

Back

The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

Front

What are the main types of precipitation?

Back

Rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back.

Front

What causes wind?

Back

Differences in air pressure caused by uneven heating of the Earth's surface.

Front

What is a thunderstorm?

Back

A storm characterized by thunder, lightning, and heavy rain.