Weather Patterns

The average daily air temperature at a certain location increases when there is a seasonal increase in the number of daylight hours. Which graph best shows this change?

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• 2

• 3

• 4

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

The graph shows the average monthly air temperatures for three different locations A, B, and C. Which location experiences the least change in average monthly air temperature between its warmest and coldest months?

• A

• B

• C

The graph shows the average monthly air temperatures for three different locations A, B, and C. Where is location C most likely located?

• Southern Hemisphere

• New York State

• Equator

• North Pole

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

The graph shows the concentration of carbon dioxide in parts per million (ppm) in the atmosphere over several years. Based on the graph, predict the month in 2007 when the concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide would have been highest.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Which weather event usually includes heavy precipitation, strong winds, and surface air temperatures below 0^oC?

• blizzard

• hurricane

• thunderstorm

• tornado

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which process must occur for clouds to form?

• erosion

• conduction

• condensation

• evaporation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

A sudden change in the weather at a certain location is most likely caused by

• the arrival of an air mass

• a severe earthquake

• a high ocean tide

• an eclipse of the moon

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which statement would most likely be included in a news report about an approaching hurricane?

• open the windows to equalize air pressure

• install snow tires and check the antifreeze in the car radiator

• evacuate low-lying areas near the coast

• expect wind speed to decrease for the next several hours

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Warm air rising in the atmosphere is an example of heat being transferred by

• absorption

• conduction

• convection

• radiation

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which weather condition commonly occurs along a cold front?

• clear skies

• precipitation

• warm temperatures

• dry air

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5