Weather Basics and Vocab

Front

What is the process of cloud formation?

Back

Cloud formation occurs when air is cooled, causing condensation, which leads to the formation of clouds.

Front

Air always moves from ________ .

Back

Air always moves from high pressure to low pressure.

Front

What instrument measures air pressure?

Back

A barometer measures air pressure.

Front

What do we call the process when moisture falls to the ground as rain, snow, sleet, or hail?

Back

This process is called precipitation.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

Condensation is the process where water vapor in the air cools and changes into liquid water, forming clouds.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor and enters the atmosphere.

Front

Define precipitation.

Back

Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the ground.

Front

What is the role of a hygrometer?

Back

A hygrometer measures the humidity or moisture content in the air.

Front

Explain the water cycle.

Back

The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

Front

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

Back

As altitude increases, air pressure decreases.