4th Grade SOL Weather

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The average weather in one place over a long period of time.

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Climate

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A(n) _______________ is a large area of air with nearly the same temperature and moisture throughout.

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air mass

Front

A(n) _____________is the boundary where two air masses meet, it usually brings changes in the weather.

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front

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During the water cycle, many types of _________ are formed, each one associated with certain weather conditions.

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clouds

Front

What is formed in clouds where the temperature is below freezing?

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Snow

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__________________ are people who study the weather.

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Meteorologists

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Which of these tools measures wind speed?

• anemometer
• wind vane
• barometer
• thermometer

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anemometer

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A barometer measures __________________.

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air pressure

Front

A ___________________ is a prediction made by analyzing weather data and patterns.

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forecast

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A thermometer measures ____________________.

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air temperature