Storm Runners

What is the primary role of storm runners in meteorology?

• To chase storms for scientific data

• To prevent storms from forming

• To create artificial storms

• To predict earthquakes

Which of the following instruments is most commonly used by storm runners to measure wind speed?

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

Storm runners often use radar technology. What does radar stand for?

• Radio Detection and Ranging

• Radiation Detection and Response

• Rapid Data Analysis and Reporting

• Remote Data Acquisition and Relay

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

In the context of storm runners, what is a 'supercell'?

• A type of thunderstorm with a deep rotating updraft

• A high-pressure system that prevents storms

• A cell that stores energy from lightning

• A satellite used to track storms

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which of the following is a key safety measure for storm runners?

• Maintaining a safe distance from the storm

• Driving directly into the storm

• Ignoring weather forecasts

• Using metal equipment during lightning

What scientific principle allows storm runners to predict the path of a storm?

• Doppler effect

• Newton's third law

• Archimedes' principle

• Bernoulli's principle

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Storm runners often study tornadoes. What scale is used to measure tornado intensity?

• Enhanced Fujita Scale

• Richter Scale

• Saffir-Simpson Scale

• Beaufort Scale

Which of the following data is crucial for storm runners when analyzing a storm's potential impact?

• Wind speed and direction

• Color of the clouds

• Time of day

• Number of birds in the area

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is the main purpose of deploying weather balloons by storm runners?

• To collect atmospheric data

• To scare away birds

• To create artificial rain

• To measure ocean currents

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Storm runners often collaborate with which type of scientists to understand storm patterns?

• Meteorologists

• Geologists

• Biologists

• Astronomers

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2