Air Pressure and Winds Practice

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is air pressure?
Back
Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a surface, measured in millibars (mb) or inches of mercury (inHg).
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What instrument measures air pressure?
Back
A barometer measures air pressure.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between altitude and air pressure?
Back
Air pressure decreases with increasing altitude.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a wind vane used for?
Back
A wind vane is used to determine the direction of the wind.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does an anemometer measure?
Back
An anemometer measures wind speed.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are greenhouse gases?
Back
Greenhouse gases are gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide and water vapor.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is air pressure higher at sea level than at the top of a mountain?
Back
Air pressure is higher at sea level because there is more air above it exerting pressure.
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