Weather Unit Review #1

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What tool measures wind speed?

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An anemometer measures wind speed.

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What happens to water vapor as it rises higher in the sky?

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It cools and may form clouds.

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What is the purpose of a barometer?

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A barometer measures the amount of pressure in the air.

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air with the same temperature and moisture.

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What does a cold front symbol indicate on a weather map?

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A cold front indicates a boundary where cold air is replacing warm air.

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer measures temperature.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air.

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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 ground.

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What is a weather vane?

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A weather vane shows the direction of the wind.

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What is a high pressure system?

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A high pressure system is associated with clear skies and calm weather.