Amplify Science Weather and Climate

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A scientist who studies and predicts weather is a ___________.

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meteorologist

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True or False: Temperature and precipitation can be predicted based on previous years of patterns collected in weather data.

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True

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Which place would you rather live if you need a very wet climate: Boston or San Francisco?

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Boston

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A severe storm that involves winds over 119mph and forms over water is called a ___________.

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hurricane

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Which month is warmer on Creek Island: January or August?

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August

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What do we call 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 the daily state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time?

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weather

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What instrument do meteorologists use to measure temperature?

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thermometer

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What is the term for a large body of air with uniform temperature and moisture characteristics?

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air mass

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What do we call a weather event that produces heavy rain, strong winds, and sometimes hail?

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thunderstorm