Weather

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What is a weather map?

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A weather map is a tool used to analyze and locate high and low pressure systems, cold and warm fronts, and information about temperatures and precipitation.

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What does a barometer measure?

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A barometer measures air pressure.

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What type of storm is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a circular storm with high winds that begins over warm ocean waters.

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What type of weather is associated with high pressure air mass?

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High pressure air mass is associated with fair weather.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy and white clouds that appear on sunny, fair days.

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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, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures temperature.

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What is an anemometer used for?

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An anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

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What type of cloud is associated with thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with thunderstorms.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.