Understanding Severe Weather Events

What is meteorology?

• The study of rocks and minerals

• The study of weather and atmospheric conditions

• The study of ocean currents

• The study of earthquakes

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Which of the following tools is commonly used by scientists to predict weather?

• Microscope

• Telescope

• Barometer

• Seismograph

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What is the primary cause of severe weather events like thunderstorms?

• Ocean currents

• Tectonic plate movements

• Atmospheric instability

• Solar flares

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Which of the following is a key term related to meteorology?

• Erosion

• Forecast

• Photosynthesis

• Fossilization

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How do scientists help communities prepare for severe weather events?

• By predicting weather patterns and issuing warnings

• By planting trees

• By building dams

• By studying animal behavior

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What is the function of a weather radar?

• To measure the temperature of the ocean

• To detect precipitation and storm movement

• To track the migration of birds

• To measure the depth of snow

Which severe weather event is characterized by a rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground?

• Hurricane

• Tornado

• Blizzard

• Tsunami

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What does a hygrometer measure?

• Wind speed

• Atmospheric pressure

• Humidity

• Temperature

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Which of the following is NOT a tool used in weather forecasting?

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

• Stethoscope

• Weather satellite

What is the main purpose of a weather forecast?

• To entertain people

• To predict future weather conditions

• To study past weather patterns

• To measure current temperature

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