Weather Test Review

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What type of cloud is most responsible for severe thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are most responsible for severe thunderstorms.

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What factor most affects the climate of an area?

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Latitude is the factor that most affects the climate of an area.

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What type of clouds might indicate that you do not need an umbrella?

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Cirrus clouds are thin and wispy, indicating fair weather.

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What is the direction of prevailing westerlies?

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The prevailing westerlies blow from west to east.

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What type of weather is expected with a warm front?

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A warm front typically brings cloudy skies and rainy weather.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that usually indicate fair weather.

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What are stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are low, gray clouds that often cover the entire sky and can bring light rain.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather in a region.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.