Weather Test Review

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What is the main direction that weather systems typically move in the United States?

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West to East.

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What type of clouds are fluffy and look like cotton balls?

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Cumulus clouds.

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What instrument measures wind speed?

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Anemometer.

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What instrument shows the direction of the wind?

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Wind vane.

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What do meteorologists use to measure the amount of rain?

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Rain gauge.

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What is the term for the average weather conditions in a place over a long period?

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Climate.

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What is the term for a large storm with strong winds and heavy rain?

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Hurricane.

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Which month typically has the least rainfall in Columbus, Georgia?

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October.

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What is the term for the weight of air pressing down on the Earth?

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Air Pressure.

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What type of clouds are thin and wispy?

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Cirrus clouds.