Weather Vocabulary
The blanket of air that wraps around the planet
Atmosphere
What is the movement of water on Earth called?
The Water Cycle
Name one piece of information that meteorologists use weather satellites to gather
Temperature
Cloud Patterns
Air Movement
Where is the best place to put a lightning rod on a building to prevent damage?
At the top
extreme storms that happen in many parts of the world; contain thunder and lightning
Thunderstorm
A long period with no rain; can result in sandstorms or dust storms
Drought
What is the order of the water cycle?
Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation
What does a thermometer measure?
Temperature
Name three possible effects of a thunderstorm.
Flooding
Lightning Strikes
Strong Winds
the weight of the air pushing down on anything beneath it; measured by a barometer; a high number means a greater push by the air
Barometric Pressure
How much water vapor is in the air
Humidity
What is it called when water evaporates and changes from a liquid to a gas?
Water Vapor
What does a hygrometer measure?
Humidity
What can you do to reduce the effects of a thunderstorm?
Put a lightning rod on top of a building.
Put sandbags in front of your door to prevent flooding.
the water in certain places is too high and may cause damage; can be caused by heavy rains
Flood
large masses of swirling wind; form over land when large amounts of warm and cold air mix; can have the fastest winds on Earth; swirl in a funnel that reaches from the clouds to the ground
Tornado
What does it mean when water condenses?
It changes from a gas to a liquid.
What does a barometer measure?
Barometric Pressure
Why are trees good to have in your yard during severe weather?
They will reduce the impact of strong winds.
a disturbance in the atmosphere with a lot of wind
Storm
A measure of how hot or cold something is
Temperature
What is the liquid water that leaves clouds called?
Precipitation
What temperatures does water freeze and boil at?
32 Degrees Fahrenheit (0 Degrees Celsius)
212 Degrees Fahrenheit (100 Degrees Celsius)
What is the best way to prevent damage from a hurricane?
Use sandbags in front of your door and board up windows.
one of the strongest and largest types of storms; form over warm ocean water and have strong winds
Hurricane