Weather

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What is weather?

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Weather is the condition of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a type of weather that produces heavy rain, thunder, and lightning, usually lasting 30-60 minutes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean waters and can cause heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What are cumulonimbus clouds?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are tall, dense clouds that often indicate thunderstorms and severe weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is an instrument used to measure temperature.

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What is an anemometer?

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An anemometer is a device used to measure wind speed.

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What is a barometer?

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A barometer is an instrument that measures atmospheric pressure, helping to predict weather changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What does it mean if the temperature is 61 degrees Celsius?

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61 degrees Celsius is a very high temperature, indicating hot weather.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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What is a line graph?

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A line graph is a type of chart that shows information as a series of data points connected by straight line segments.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

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What does stormy weather mean?

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Stormy weather means there are strong winds, rain, and possibly thunder and lightning.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6