5th Grade Weather & Winds NC EOG Questions

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What season does Andy experience in August if he lives in the southern hemisphere?

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Winter.

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How do air masses move across the United States?

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The prevailing westerlies move air masses from west to east across the United States but may be deflected by the jet stream.

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What has the greatest effect on the movement of the jet stream?

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Differences in air temperatures.

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Which instrument is best used to predict weather changes?

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A barometer.

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How do jet stream winds affect storms in the United States?

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The jet stream winds blow storms from west to east.

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What is a barometer used for?

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To measure atmospheric pressure and predict weather changes.

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What are prevailing westerlies?

Back

Winds that blow from the west to the east in the mid-latitudes.

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What is the jet stream?

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A fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that influences weather patterns.

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What role do air masses play in weather?

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Air masses are large bodies of air with uniform temperature and humidity that can affect weather conditions.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.