5th Grade Weather & Winds NC EOG Questions

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What type of clouds are mostly cirrus clouds associated with?

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Fair weather.

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What is the jet stream?

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A fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that forms a boundary between cold and warm air masses.

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What instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?

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A barometer.

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How do jet stream winds affect storm movement in the United States?

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They blow storms from west to east.

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What weather conditions are typically associated with a high-pressure system?

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Sunny weather.

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What does a hygrometer measure?

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Humidity in the air.

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What is an anemometer used for?

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Measuring wind speed.

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What type of weather is indicated by a low-pressure system?

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Stormy or rainy weather.

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What is the role of the Gulf Stream in weather patterns?

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It influences temperature and storm formation along the eastern coast of the U.S.

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What are cumulus clouds typically associated with?

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Fair weather, but can develop into storm clouds.