Weather Balloon Flashcard

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What is the significance of weather balloons in studying climate change?

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They collect long-term atmospheric data, which is crucial for understanding climate patterns.

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What happens to the instruments carried by weather balloons after they burst?

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They float back to Earth on a parachute.

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What gas is most commonly used to fill weather balloons?

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Helium.

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What instrument is commonly carried by weather balloons to measure atmospheric conditions?

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Radiosonde.

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How often do weather stations typically launch weather balloons?

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Twice a day.

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What is a weather balloon?

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A large balloon filled with gas that carries instruments to collect data about the atmosphere.

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What is a radiosonde?

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An instrument attached to a weather balloon that measures temperature, humidity, and pressure.

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Why is helium used in weather balloons?

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Helium is lighter than air and non-flammable, making it safe for use.

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What is the troposphere?

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The lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere where weather occurs.

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What is the purpose of launching weather balloons?

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To gather data on atmospheric conditions for weather forecasting and climate research.