Air Pressure & Review

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What is a barometer?

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A tool that measures air pressure.

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What kind of weather is associated with a low pressure system?

Back

Rainy and windy.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What kind of weather can be expected in areas of high pressure?

Back

Fair weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the function of the ozone layer?

Back

To block UV rays from getting to Earth.

Front

What type of air pressure is present in a high pressure system?

Back

High.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure decreases.

Front

What is the relationship between air pressure and weather?

Back

Changes in air pressure can indicate changes in weather.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What is the definition of air pressure?

Back

The force exerted by the weight of air above a surface.

Front

How does temperature affect air pressure?

Back

Warm air is less dense and rises, leading to lower air pressure.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

Back

Barometer.