Weather Tools
Measures the temperature of the air
Thermometer
Low-level cloud. It forms in layers and looks like a blanket. Forms from water droplets. The weather can be fair, a light rain, or foggy.
Stratus Cloud
Define temperature
How hot or cold the air is
Name the types of Precipitation.
The Study of weather
Meteorology
Collects and measures the amount of precipitation that has fallen in an area
Rain Gauge
Fluffy Cloud that is flat on the bottom and usually means fair weather. Looks like a big cotton ball. Forms from water droplets.
Cumulus Cloud
The Amount of Water Vapor in the air is called?
Humidity
Water changes from a liquid to a gas due to heat from the Sun
Evaporation
Define Weather
The conditions of the Earth's atmosphere at a certain time and place
Measures air pressure
Barometer
Thin clouds that look like feathers and form high in the sky. They usually bring fair weather. Made of ice crystals.
Cirrus Clouds
Define Wind
The movement of air
Water condenses into water droplets and forms clouds
Condensation
Define Climate
The usual Weather conditions of a place over an extended amount of time.
Measures the direction of the wind
Wind Vane
Tall, dark clouds that bring thunderstorms.
Cumulonimbus Clouds
Define Air Pressure
The weight of air as it presses down on Earth
Water in the gas form
Water Vapor
Clouds are made of ______?
Water droplets and dust
Measures the speed of the wind
A cloud that brings stormy weather. It is dark grey and rugged looking at the bottom.
List the Weather Conditions
Temperature, Humidity, Wind, and Air Pressure
What is fog?
A Stratus cloud that forms close to the ground. Made of tiny drops of water.
What is Ms. McAden's favorite Color?