Weather Maps

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What does a thunderstorm symbol on a weather map represent?

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Thunderstorms are represented by a symbol indicating stormy weather with rain and lightning.

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What does a sunny weather symbol indicate?

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A sunny weather symbol indicates clear skies with no clouds.

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What tools do scientists use to find weather patterns?

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Scientists use tools like satellites, radar, and weather stations to find weather patterns.

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What type of weather is associated with low pressure?

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Low pressure is associated with cloudy or overcast weather.

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Who studies weather and predicts changes in the weather?

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A meteorologist studies weather and predicts upcoming changes.

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What does a partly cloudy symbol on a weather map mean?

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A partly cloudy symbol indicates that there are some clouds in the sky, but also clear areas.

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What is the purpose of a weather map?

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A weather map shows the current weather conditions and forecasts for different areas.

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What does a rain symbol on a weather map indicate?

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A rain symbol indicates that rain is expected in that area.

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What is the difference between high pressure and low pressure in weather?

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High pressure usually brings clear skies and fair weather, while low pressure brings clouds and precipitation.

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What does an overcast symbol mean on a weather map?

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An overcast symbol means that the sky is completely covered with clouds.