Earth Science Chapter 19

How is the study of the atmosphere called?

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The condition of the atmosphere over short periods of time. It changes a lot.

• weather

• climate

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TRUE OR FALSE- Scientists collect data related to the atmosphere to predict future weather conditions.

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Moving air is called:

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The scientists that study the weather are called?

• biologists

• meteorologists

• paleontologists

• windtologists

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Any form of water that falls to the earth's surface from the sky.

• clouds

• precipitation

• collection

• groundwater

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The amount of water vapor in the air is called?

• weather

• humidity

• air pressure

• vapor

The instrument used to measure temperature is called:

• barometer

• thermometer

• anemometer

• pressure

Wind speeds slow closer to the surface due to the force of _____________ from buildings, trees, and mountains.

Wind is caused by differences in air _____________.

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