Weather Instruments
What instrument is used to measure wind speed?
Anemometer
What severe weather event is often accompanied by lightning and thunder?
Thunderstorm
The two most abundant gases in the Earth's atmosphere are?
Nitrogen and Oxygen
Which climate zone is located near the equator and receives the most sunlight?
Tropical zone
Winds that blow consistently in the same direction are called what?
Prevailing winds
This tool measures the amount of precipitation that falls.
Rain gauge
Name the intense tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Hurricane
What layer of the atmosphere is closest to the Earth's surface?
Troposphere
`What climate zone is known for its cold temperatures, ice caps, and glaciers?
Polar zone
What causes air pollution in major cities?
Vehicle emissions and industrial processes
Name the instrument that measures atmospheric pressure.
Barometer
What is the term for a rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground?
Tornado
Which gas is essential for life on Earth and makes up a tiny percentage of the atmosphere?
Oxygen
What climate zone is known for its cold temperatures, ice caps, and glaciers?
Temperate zone
What is the name for the swirling mass of air with very low pressure at the center?
Cyclone
Which device measures the humidity in the air?
Hygrometer
This weather phenomenon occurs when warm and cold air masses collide.
Front
What causes the sky to appear blue?
Rayleigh scattering
This climate zone experiences mild temperatures year-round with wet and dry seasons.
Tropical wet and dry climate
How do ocean currents affect nearby coastal climates?
They can bring warmer or cooler temperatures depending on the current
What instrument do meteorologists use to measure temperature?
Thermometer
What causes a tsunami?
Underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions
The ozone layer helps protect us from harmful what?
Ultraviolet radiation
Name the climate zone located at high latitudes, characterized by coniferous forests.
Taiga
Name a human activity that contributes to air quality degradation.
Burning fossil fuels, industrial processes, deforestation