Weather Maps

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A cold front is approaching Minneapolis. What will happen to the air temperature?

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decrease

Front

A __________ is the lines between air masses.

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front

Front

True or False:
Changes in weather should be predicted over a short period of time

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false

Front

Changes in wind speed and direction can indicate a storm or change of temperature. True or False?

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True

Front

The Earth's ____________ is the layer of gases that surround the planet and make it possible for living things to survive on Earth.

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atmosphere

Front

Earth's atmosphere is made up of ______ of nitrogen.

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3/4

Front

Water Vapor rises from the Earth's surface during this phase of the water cycle.

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Evaporation

Front

Phase of the water cycle where clouds form as water vapor cools and changes back to water droplets. Options: Evaporation, Precipitation, Condensation, Run Off

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Condensation

Front

An anemometer measures:

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wind speed

Front

Wind direction is measured by: wind (weather) vane, anemometer, barometer, Rain gauge

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wind (weather) vane