Weather & Matter

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What is the term for how full of water vapor the air is?

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Relative Humidity: A measure of the amount of water vapor present in the air compared to the maximum amount the air can hold at that temperature.

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What is the analysis of scientific data to predict future weather conditions called?

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Weather Forecasting: The process of using data and models to predict the state of the atmosphere at a future time.

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Which state of matter has particles with the most energy?

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Steam: In the gaseous state, particles have more energy compared to those in liquid (water) or solid (ice) states.

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What do we call a cold front or warm front that stays in place for several days?

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Stationary Front: A boundary between two air masses that does not move, leading to prolonged weather conditions.

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What type of storm front is characterized by a cold air mass pushing into a warm air mass?

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Cold Front: A front that occurs when a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass, often leading to stormy weather.

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What is the term for the boundary between two different air masses?

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Front: A transition zone between two air masses with different temperatures and humidity.

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What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

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Condensation: The process by which water vapor cools and changes into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is the term for the measure of the average kinetic energy of particles in a substance?

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Temperature: A measure of how hot or cold something is, reflecting the energy of its particles.

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What is the term for the movement of air from high pressure to low pressure?

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Wind: The horizontal movement of air caused by differences in air pressure.

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What is the term for the water cycle process where water is absorbed by plants and released as vapor?

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Transpiration: The process by which water is absorbed by plant roots, moves through plants, and is released as vapor through leaves.