AFL-Y7 Geo-Weather

What are the four main elements of weather that can be observed?

• Temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind speed/direction

• Cloud cover, air pressure, visibility, and ozone level

• Rainfall, air quality, ozone level, and visibility

• Sunshine, air quality, atmospheric pressure, and cloud cover

How can you observe and record the temperature of the weather?

• Using a ruler

• Using a thermometer

• Using a barometer

• Using a compass

What are the different types of clouds and how are they formed?

• Clouds are formed from the dust in the atmosphere

• There are only two types of clouds: rain clouds and snow clouds

• Clouds are formed when the sun heats up the water in the ocean

• Clouds are formed when water vapor in the air condenses into tiny water droplets or ice crystals. There are different types of clouds such as cirrus, cumulus, and stratus, which are formed based on their altitude and appearance.

How do you measure the amount of precipitation in a given area?

• Using a ruler

• Using a rain gauge

• Guessing based on the temperature

• Counting the number of clouds

What tools can be used to observe the wind speed and direction?

• Compass and rain gauge

• Anemometer and wind vane

• Thermometer and barometer

• Sundial and hygrometer

Explain the process of recording weather data on a daily basis.

• Weather data is recorded by asking people to guess the temperature and conditions

• Instruments are used to record data and then logged into a weather journal or computer system.

• Weather data is recorded by observing the behavior of animals and plants

• The process of recording weather data involves using a crystal ball to predict the future weather

Describe the characteristics of cumulus clouds and their role in the weather.

• Cumulus clouds are always associated with tornadoes and hurricanes

• Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds with flat bases. They are associated with fair weather, but can also develop into larger storm clouds.

• Cumulus clouds are thin and transparent, allowing a lot of sunlight to pass through

• Cumulus clouds are dark and heavy, causing heavy rainfall

Explain the process of measuring rainfall using a rain gauge.

• Placing the rain gauge in an open area, allowing rainwater to collect, and then measuring the depth of the collected water using the markings on the gauge.

• Measuring the depth of water in a swimming pool

• Using a thermometer to measure the temperature of the rain

• Placing a ruler in the rain and estimating the depth of the water