measuring weather conditions
How does a rain gauge measure
The amount of rain that falls
what is fog
a cloud at or near the ground
Studying weather maps helps scientists
make weather predictions
What is the weather like during a hurricane
windy and wet
How do global winds and ocean currents transfer heat around the world
Conduction
What tool measures air pressure
barometer
which kind of cloud looks like feathers high in the sky
cirrus
What is a front
A place where air masses meet
Latitudes farthest from the equator tend to
be cold all year
In what direction do jet streams usually flow
west to east
What does an anemometer measure
wind speed
When are you most likely to see white cumulus clouds
on a sunny day
when is the temperature in an area most likely to rise
after a warm front passes
Which kind of weather are areas near oceans most likely to have
mild and wet
How does the Gulf Stream affect weather patterns
It warms air, which warms land along the coast
What does high air pressure usually mean
fair weather
Which kind of weather are stratus clouds most likely to bring
rain
You know fair weather is most likely on the way if which of the following is moving toward your town
high pressure area
In which season will NC most likely have the coldest weather
winter
Which provides unusually cool ocean waters that affect weather patterns in North America
La Nina