Unit 8 Part 1

Front

What type of weather is associated with a high pressure system?

Back

Clear skies and dry air are typically associated with high pressure systems.

Front

What type of front can cause cumulonimbus clouds to form and brings thunderstorms?

Back

A cold front can cause cumulonimbus clouds to form and is associated with thunderstorms.

Front

What is the best forecast for Chicago on Saturday?

Back

Sunny skies are the best forecast for Chicago on Saturday.

Front

What instrument determines the direction from which the wind is blowing?

Back

A wind vane is used to determine the direction of the wind.

Front

Which city would see an increase in temperatures over the next 24 hours based on a weather map?

Back

Atlanta, because a warm front is approaching.

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front is the leading edge of a cooler mass of air, replacing a warmer mass of air.

Front

What type of weather is typically associated with a warm front?

Back

Warm fronts usually bring gradual increases in temperature and can lead to overcast skies and precipitation.

Front

What is the role of an anemometer?

Back

An anemometer measures wind speed.

Front

What are cumulonimbus clouds?

Back

Cumulonimbus clouds are tall, dense clouds associated with thunderstorms and severe weather.

Front

What does a barometer measure?

Back

A barometer measures atmospheric pressure.