Weather 5th Grade NC

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What effect does heavy cloud cover have on nighttime temperatures?

Back

Temperatures will be warmer than expected.

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How does the sun affect the water cycle?

Back

The sun causes water to evaporate. The evaporated water condenses and returns to the earth as precipitation.

Front

What two factors are needed to measure wind?

Back

Direction and speed.

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What instrument is used to measure average precipitation?

Back

Rain gauge.

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What effect does cloud cover have on daytime temperatures during summer months?

Back

Cloud cover decreases temperatures.

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What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous process by which water moves from the earth's surface to the atmosphere and back.

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What is evaporation?

Back

The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is condensation?

Back

The process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

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What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water that falls from clouds to the earth, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is an anemometer used for?

Back

To measure wind speed.