BAN Weather Review

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What happens when warm air rises and moisture builds in the air?

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It creates low pressure, which can lead to rain.

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How is temperature measured?

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Temperature is measured in degrees.

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What type of cloud is associated with thunderstorms and heavy rain?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with thunderstorms, lightning, heavy rain, hail, and tornadoes.

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What do Cirrus clouds look like and what do they indicate?

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Cirrus clouds are high, curly, white, and feathery clouds that usually indicate good weather.

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What storm forms over water and weakens when it moves across land?

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A hurricane forms over water but weakens when it moves across land.

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What is the definition of a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large storm system that forms over warm ocean waters and can cause strong winds and heavy rain.

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What type of weather is associated with low pressure systems?

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Low pressure systems are often associated with cloudy, rainy, and stormy weather.

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What are the characteristics of Cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that usually indicate fair weather.

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What is the role of moisture in weather formation?

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Moisture in the air can lead to cloud formation and precipitation, such as rain.

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What type of cloud is thin and wispy, often seen in fair weather?

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Cirrus clouds are thin and wispy, often indicating fair weather.