5th Grade Weather

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High air pressure systems:

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there are few clouds because the air is moving downward

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What type of weather does low pressure typically indicate?

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Rain and possibly a thunderstorm

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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Which of the following is NOT a factor of weather? Options: anemometer, humidity, temperature, air pressure

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anemometer

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Ryan is planning to measure the amount of water vapor in the air each day at 8:00 AM for the next two weeks. Which factor of weather is he investigating?

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Humidity

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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Which three instruments will a meteorologist use to predict a 15 mph wind, a high temperature of 52 degrees, and a pressure of 720 mb?

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anemometer, barometer, thermometer

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How can scientists use clouds to help determine the weather?

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Cloud shape, color, and height, indicate fair or stormy weather

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What kind of pressure predicts clear weather?

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high

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What weather can be expected when the air pressure is rising?

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Sunny and dry conditions are coming

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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Heavy rainfall and higher temperatures can lead to what?

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higher rates of evaporation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Which type of precipitation would likely occur with higher temperatures?

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rain/drizzle

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6