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Exploring Weather and Climate Concepts

Exploring Weather and Climate Concepts

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Science

11th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Tim Gault

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather is the day-to-day state of the atmosphere, while climate is the average weather over a long period.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which process in the water cycle involves the conversion of water vapor into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Explain how air pressure differences can lead to wind formation. Provide an example of a real-world scenario where this occurs.

Back

Air pressure differences cause air to move from high to low pressure, creating wind. An example is the sea breeze that occurs due to temperature differences between land and sea.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary cause of lake effect snow?

Back

Cold air moving over a warm lake

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Describe the process of evaporation in the water cycle and its significance in weather patterns.

Back

Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into vapor, adding moisture to the atmosphere, which can lead to cloud formation and precipitation.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does high air pressure affect weather conditions?

Back

It usually results in clear and sunny weather.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Analyze the impact of low pressure systems on weather patterns and provide an example of a weather event associated with low pressure.

Back

Low pressure systems often lead to stormy and wet weather. An example is a hurricane.

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