Definitions 1
A tool used for measuring temperature.
Thermometer
The air surrounding Earth.
Atmosphere
Label Evaporation
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House on stilts
Protects the house from water damage that could be caused from flooding or a hurricane.
Water that falls to the ground in various forms.
Precipitation
A space tool used for monitoring the weather and climate of the Earth.
Satellite
Label precipitation
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Boarded up windows
Protects the glass from shattering. This can be due to a hurricane with high winds.
A scientist who studies weather patterns and climate.
Meteorologist
To predict future weather conditions using data.
Forecast
Label condensation
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Tornado shelter
Protects people from tornado winds. Underground is safer.
A tool used for measuring pressure in the atmosphere
Barometer
A tool used for collecting and measuring rainfall.
Rain Gauge
Label collection
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Sand bags
Catches water from flooding or storms. This helps water not damage a home.
A tool used for measuring wind speed.
Anemometer
A tool used for measuring wind direction.
Weather or Wind Vane
What happens during condensation?
Shingles
Protects a roof from being destroyed in hurricanes.