Big Idea 7 Weather Factors Quiz

What is weather?

• The condition of the atmosphere at a given time and place

• The temperature of the air

• The amount of rainfall

• The speed of the wind

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What instrument is used to measure air temperature?

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Hygrometer

• Barometer

Which scale is used by scientists around the world to measure temperature?

• Celsius

• Rankine

• Fahrenheit

• Kelvin

What is air pressure also known as?

• Barometric pressure

• Atmospheric pressure

• Humidity

• Wind pressure

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

• It remains the same

• It decreases

• It increases

• It fluctuates

What instrument is used to measure humidity?

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

• Barometer

What causes wind to move?

• Humidity levels

• Differences in air pressure

• Precipitation

• Temperature differences

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What instrument is used to measure wind speed?

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

What type of weather is associated with deserts?

• Warmer weather

• Cooler weather

• Humid weather

• Windy weather

What happens to air pressure when the air temperature is cooler?

• Air pressure fluctuates

• Air pressure is higher

• Air pressure is lower

• Air pressure remains the same

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5