Exploring Weather and Climate Concepts

What is the main source of energy that drives the water cycle?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• The Earth's core

• Ocean currents

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Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to Earth?

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Troposphere

• Thermosphere

What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Hygrometer

How does the ocean influence the climate of North Carolina?

• By providing fresh water

• By moderating temperatures

• By blocking sunlight

• By increasing wind speeds

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Which of the following best describes a cold front?

• A boundary where warm air replaces cold air

• A boundary where cold air replaces warm air

• A region of high pressure

• A region of low pressure

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is long-term; climate is short-term

• Weather is short-term; climate is long-term

• Weather is predictable; climate is not

• Weather is constant; climate changes daily

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a high-pressure system?

• Cloudy skies

• Stormy weather

• Clear skies

• High humidity

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What is the primary cause of wind?

• The rotation of the Earth

• Differences in air pressure

• Ocean currents

• The Moon's gravity

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Which of the following best describes an air mass?

• A large body of air with uniform temperature and humidity

• A small pocket of air with varying temperatures

• A region of high wind speeds

• A boundary between two different air pressures

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How can you use a weather map to predict upcoming weather conditions?

• By looking at the color of the map

• By identifying the symbols for fronts and pressure systems

• By counting the number of clouds

• By measuring the distance between cities

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