Wind and Precipitation Unit Test 2024

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What is the process by which water vapor cools and changes into liquid water?

Back

Condensation.

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What is convection in the context of weather?

Back

The process of air getting hot and rising, taking water up into the sky to get cold and form clouds.

Front

Which type of air can hold more moisture, warm air or cold air?

Back

Warm air.

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What is orographic lifting?

Back

The process of air going up a mountain to get cold and make clouds.

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What is fog?

Back

A cloud that forms on or near the ground.

Front

What is the main component of clouds?

Back

Water vapor.

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

Air pressure decreases.

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What is the role of temperature in cloud formation?

Back

Temperature affects the capacity of air to hold moisture; warmer air can hold more moisture.

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What is the difference between stratus and cirrus clouds?

Back

Stratus clouds are low, gray clouds that often bring rain, while cirrus clouds are high, wispy clouds made of ice crystals.

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What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.