Weather 2--Weather Prediction, Weather Maps, and Storms

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What type of cloud is known as thunderheads?

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Cumulonimbus

Front

What provides information that can also be used to predict weather patterns?

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Station model

Front

What is a storm characterized by thunder, lightning, heavy rains, and strong winds?

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Thunderstorm

Front

Which type of cloud signals fair weather or an approaching warm front?

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Cirrus

Front

What is a rapidly whirling funnel-shaped cloud that extends down from a storm cloud?

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Tornado

Front

What instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?

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Barometer

Front

What is the term for a large storm system that can produce strong winds and heavy rain?

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Hurricane

Front

What type of weather map shows the location of high and low pressure systems?

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Surface weather map

Front

What is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water, forming clouds?

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Condensation

Front

What do meteorologists use to track storms and precipitation?

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Radar