Weather and Climate Practice

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What type of clouds are usually flat and gray, covering the whole sky?

Back

Stratus clouds are flat and gray, covering the whole sky.

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What weather tool measures air pressure?

Back

A barometer measures air pressure.

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What are clouds made of?

Back

Clouds are made of water droplets and ice crystals.

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What type of weather usually occurs when there is low air pressure?

Back

Cloudy and rainy weather usually occurs with low air pressure.

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Which tool is used to measure wind direction?

Back

A wind vane is used to measure wind direction.

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What is the main difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather is the short-term state of the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term average of weather.

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What do we call the water that falls from clouds?

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The water that falls from clouds is called precipitation.

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What instrument do we use to measure temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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What type of clouds are fluffy and white, often seen on sunny days?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy and white, often seen on sunny days.

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What is a rain gauge used for?

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A rain gauge is used to measure the amount of rainfall.