Weather Vocabulary Quiz

Which of the following best describes a "Tornado"?

• A large storm system with heavy rain and strong winds.

• A violent rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground.

• A weather condition with low visibility due to suspended water droplets.

• A prolonged period of heavy snowfall and strong winds.

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What is the primary difference between a "Hurricane" and a "Tornado"?

• Hurricanes form over land, while tornadoes form over water.

• Hurricanes are larger and last longer than tornadoes.

• Tornadoes are associated with snow, while hurricanes are not.

• Tornadoes have higher wind speeds than hurricanes.

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Which weather condition is characterized by a thick cloud cover that blocks most of the sunlight?

• Overcast

• Fog

• Blizzard

• Rain

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What is "Meteorology" the study of?

• Rocks and minerals

• Weather and atmospheric conditions

• Ocean currents

• Plant life

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Which of the following best describes "Humidity"?

• The amount of water vapor in the air.

• The force exerted by the weight of the air.

• The temperature at which water vapor condenses.

• The speed of the wind.

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What type of weather is typically associated with a "Blizzard"?

• Heavy rain and thunderstorms

• Strong winds and heavy snowfall

• High temperatures and clear skies

• Light rain and mild temperatures

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Which term refers to the force exerted by the weight of the air above a surface?

• Humidity

• Pressure

• Wind

• Cloud

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What is the main characteristic of "Fog"?

• It is a type of precipitation.

• It is a cloud that forms at ground level.

• It is a strong wind that occurs in deserts.

• It is a type of storm with lightning.

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Which of the following best describes "Rain"?

• Frozen precipitation that falls in the form of ice crystals.

• Liquid water droplets that fall from clouds.

• A violent rotating column of air.

• A thick cloud cover that blocks sunlight.

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What is the primary function of "Clouds" in the water cycle?

• They absorb sunlight and heat the Earth.

• They store and release water vapor as precipitation.

• They create wind patterns.

• They block harmful UV rays from the sun.

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