Severe Weather Systems Quiz

During a science class, Zoe and Anika were discussing different weather systems. What type of weather system is associated with severe storms?

• High-pressure systems

• Low-pressure systems

• Stable weather systems

• Dry weather systems

Answer explanation

Severe storms are associated with low-pressure systems.

During a science experiment, Liam noticed that water vapor formed drops on the outside of a cold glass. What is this process called?

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Condensation

• Sublimation

Answer explanation

Condensation is the process where water vapor turns into liquid water when in contact with a cold surface, as seen on the outside of a cold glass.

During a science class, Isla asked, 'Which of the following is NOT a condition required for a thunderstorm to develop?'

• Approaching cold front

• Intensely heated portion of Earth’s surface

• Air full of moisture

• High atmospheric pressure

Answer explanation

High atmospheric pressure is NOT a condition required for a thunderstorm to develop. Thunderstorms typically form in low-pressure systems.

During a science class, Emma asked, 'What causes the noise known as thunder?'

• Strong winds

• Heavy rainfall

• Hailstones hitting the ground

• Sudden burst of heat from lightning

Answer explanation

The correct answer is the sudden burst of heat from lightning, which causes the noise known as thunder.

During a science class, Liam asked, 'What is a tornado?'

• A severe snowstorm

• A spinning mass of air over land

• A type of hurricane

• A type of flood

Answer explanation

A tornado is a spinning mass of air over land, not a severe snowstorm, hurricane, or flood.

During a geography class, David asked, 'What is the most powerful storm known on Earth?'

• Blizzard

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Hurricane

Answer explanation

During a geography class, David asked for the most powerful storm known on Earth. The correct answer is Hurricane, as hurricanes are intense tropical cyclones with strong winds and heavy rainfall.

During a severe hurricane, which organization would Oliver and Luna contact for help?

• FEMA

• NASA

• CDC

• EPA

Answer explanation

During a severe hurricane, Oliver and Luna would contact FEMA for help as it is the Federal Emergency Management Agency responsible for disaster response and recovery.

During a science class, Noah and Avery observed a thunderstorm forming. What is the main cause of a thunderstorm?

• High atmospheric pressure

• Rising warm air

• Cold ocean currents

• Low humidity

Answer explanation

The main cause of a thunderstorm is rising warm air.

During a science class, Arjun asked, 'Which type of cloud is most commonly associated with thunderstorms?'

• Cirrus

• Stratus

• Cumulonimbus

• Altostratus

Answer explanation

Cumulonimbus clouds are most commonly associated with thunderstorms due to their vertical development and ability to produce heavy rain, lightning, and thunder.

During a science experiment, Hannah and Aiden need to measure atmospheric pressure. What instrument should they use?

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Hygrometer

Answer explanation

Hannah and Aiden should use a barometer to measure atmospheric pressure during the science experiment.