Severe Weather
How long does a tornado last?
Tornadoes only last a few minutes!
What is the name of the tool used to measure temperature?
The tool used to measure temperature is called a thermometer!
What causes the seasons?
The seasons are caused by the tilt of the earth's axis!
What is it called when the water on earth heats up and turns to water vapor?
This is called evaporation!
What is a drought?
A drought is when there is no rain water for a long time and the earth becomes very dry. The plants and animals can suffer.
What temperature is considered freezing?
Temperatures 32 degrees fahrenheit and below are considered freezing!
What is the name of the season where the leaves change color?
The leaves change color in fall!
What is it called when rain, snow, sleet, and hail fall from the clouds?
This is called precipitation!
What is a blizzard?
A storm with lots of snow and strong winds is called a blizzard.
What do we use thermometers for? To measure the temperature of....
Our bodies, the outside temperature, and sometimes food!
What is the imaginary line that goes around the earth called?
The imaginary line that goes around the earth is called the equator!
What kind of precipitation can fall if the temperature is below freezing?
Snow, sleet, or hail can fall when the temperature is below freezing!
How are hurricanes and tornadoes different?
Tornadoes are short and they happen on land.
Hurricanes can last for many days and can only form over an ocean.
The higher the temperature of something.....
the hotter it is!
What changes our weather?
Air pressure and wind change our weather.
What is it called when water vapor cools down and turns into small water droplets? Hint: it is a part of the water cycle!
This is called condensation!
Where is the safest place to be during a tornado?
The safest place place to be during a tornado is in the basement or in your bathroom.
The lower the temperature of something....
the colder it is!
What is the name of the season where we see lots of new growth?
Spring is the season where we see new growth.
What is hail?
Balls of ice that fall from the sky. A form of precipitation!