Science Study Guide page 8

What is the purpose of weather measurements?

• To create a record for historical purposes

• To predict weather events

• To study the impact on ecosystems

• To determine the climate of a region

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What are some impacts of weather events on ecosystems?

• Increase in biodiversity

• Destruction of habitats

• Promotion of ecosystem stability

• Reduction in extreme weather events

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How long is the average weather data used to determine a region's climate?

• 40 years

• 30 years

• 20 years

• 10 years

Which components make up climate?

• Humidity, precipitation, cloudiness, atmospheric pressure

• Temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind speed

• Average temperature, humidity, wind, precipitation

• Temperature, air pressure, wind speed, cloudiness

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What are some components used to describe weather?

• Temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind speed

• Humidity, precipitation, cloudiness, atmospheric pressure

• Temperature, air pressure, wind speed, precipitation

• Temperature, humidity, wind speed, cloudiness

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What type of weather is indicated by cumulus clouds?

• Light rain and drizzle

• Snowfall

• Fair weather

• Thunderstorms

What type of weather is associated with stratus clouds?

• Snowfall

• Light rain and drizzle

• Fair weather

• Thunderstorms

What do cirrus clouds indicate about the weather?

• Snowfall

• Thunderstorms

• Fair weather

• Light rain and drizzle

What is the purpose of a thermometer in measuring weather?

• To measure precipitation

• To measure temperature

• To measure air pressure

• To measure wind speed

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What is the purpose of a rain gauge in measuring weather?

• To measure wind speed

• To measure air pressure

• To measure temperature

• To measure precipitation