Weather Unit

Front

What is the term for the movement of air from high pressure to low pressure areas?

Back

Wind

Front

What do we call how hot or cold it is outside?

Back

Temperature

Front

What does this symbol mean on a weather map: (symbol for cold front)?

Back

Cold front

Front

What is the main source of energy for the Earth's weather system?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the term for the amount of water in the air?

Back

Humidity

Front

What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for the measure of the weight of air above us?

Back

Air pressure

Front

What do we call the movement of heat through fluids (liquids and gases)?

Back

Convection

Front

What is the term for the amount of moisture in the air compared to the maximum amount of moisture the air can hold?

Back

Relative humidity

Front

What is the term for a large body of air with uniform temperature and humidity?

Back

Air mass