Weather Maps

Front

High pressure areas move toward areas of __________ pressure.

Back

low

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What instrument carries instruments into the atmosphere?

Back

weather balloon

Front

What front does this symbol show? (Image of a stationary front)

Back

Stationary Front

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What instrument measures air pressure?

Back

barometer

Front

Tornadoes and hurricanes are large areas of __________ pressure.

Back

Low

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is a weather map?

Back

A visual representation of weather conditions in a specific area at a specific time.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What does a cold front symbol look like?

Back

A blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of movement.

Front

What does a warm front symbol look like?

Back

A red line with semicircles pointing in the direction of movement.

Front

What is the purpose of a barometer?

Back

To measure atmospheric pressure.

Front

What is the difference between a tornado and a hurricane?

Back

A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air in contact with the ground, while a hurricane is a large storm system with strong winds and heavy rain.