TCI- Unit 3: Lessons 1 & 2 Review

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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Which natural element heats the Earth's surface?

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The sun heats the Earth's surface.

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the state of the atmosphere at a specific time, including conditions like rain, wind, and temperature.

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What does it mean if it is a windy day?

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A windy day means there are strong winds blowing, which can be observed when flying a kite.

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How is temperature measured?

Back

Temperature is measured with a thermometer.

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What instrument measures humidity?

Back

A hygrometer measures humidity.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average weather over a long period.

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What does a barometer measure?

Back

A barometer measures atmospheric pressure.

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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 happens to humidity when the temperature rises?

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When the temperature rises, humidity can increase as warmer air holds more moisture.