Weather and Climate

Which weather tools allow Matthew to make this observation, "This morning, winds are blowing at 25mph toward the North."

• Rain Gauge and Anemometer

• Wind Vane and Thermometer

• Anemometer and Wind Vane

• Compass and Rain Gague

What can be measured in degrees Celsius?

• Temperature

• Precipitation

• Weight

• Wind Direction

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

What part of the water cycle helps wet clothes dry quickly?

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Run Off

• Precipitation

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

What must happen to water vapor before it can rain?

• Water vapor must freeze

• Water vapor must evaporate

• Water vapor must condense

• Water vapor must run off

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What is the primary source of energy for the Water Cycle?

• Sun

• Fossil Fuels

• Water

• Wind Currents

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Where do Hurricanes form?

• Over warm ocean water

• Over cold ocean water

• Over dry land

• Over wet land

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What shape do Tornadoes take?

• Circle

• Eye

• Funnel

• Square

Which region would experience an increase in temperature when the front passes over it?

• Region 1

• Region 2

• Region 3

• Region 4

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

There is a warning for a severe Thunderstorm. Which safety measure should people take?

• Stand near windows

• Take a bath

• Stay out of water

• Stand under trees

Large body of air with the same temperature, pressure, and moisture characteristics is called?

• warm front

• cold front

• air mass

• jet stream

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5