Open Sci Ed. 6.3 Flashcard Covering Lessons 1-3

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What happens to the temperature as elevation increases?

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The temperature becomes colder.

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What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is when a liquid turns into a gas.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-2

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What is the typical shape of a hailstorm?

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Hailstorms are typically long, skinny, and oval/rectangular.

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Where do most hailstorms occur in the United States?

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Most hailstorms occur in Tornado Alley.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the relationship between elevation and air density?

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As elevation increases, the air becomes thinner.

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What is condensation?

Back

Condensation is when a gas turns into a liquid.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is energy in motion.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What causes weather changes?

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Weather changes are caused by the movement of air masses and changes in temperature and pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6