Storms

Which condition causes storms to occur?

• freezing of water droplets

• sudden change in air pressure

• condensation of water vapor

• rapid heating of the upper atmosphere

A front refers to...

• the location where two air masses meet.

• an air mass that extends across a large area.

• a large body of air moved by global wind patterns.

• a place on Earth’s surface affected by uneven heating.

What is the center of a hurricane called?

• cloud

• cyclone

• eye

• typhoon

Which condition causes changes in air pressure in the atmosphere?

• building clouds

• rapid air movement

• condensation of water vapor

• uneven heating of Earth’s surface

Which scenario describes the effect of tornadoes on the environment?

• a section of forest that has been burned

• a path through a town with uprooted trees

• a town near the coast with heavy flooding

• a sandy beach that shows signs of erosion

Which weather event is capable of destroying homes and uprooting trees due to a low-pressure area at its center generating winds of up to 300 mph?

• Cyclone

• Hurricane

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

Which is one characteristic of hurricanes?

• occur mostly inland

• create widespread damage

• last for a short amount of time

• gain strength after passing over land

Which storm is most likely to trigger forest fires due to lightning?

• Cyclone

• Hurricane

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

Where is the safest place to take shelter in a tornado?

• A basement

• A bedroom

• A Car

• A yard

A person trapped outside during a thunderstorm should...

• lie in a ditch or other low-lying area.

• get out of a car and take shelter under a tree.

• stay away from trees, water, and tall objects.

• run away from the thunderstorm as quickly as possible.