Weather Prediction Quiz

Who are the scientists that predict the weather?

• Astronomers

• Geologists

• Meteorologists

• Biologists

What is the main reason weather predictions are not 100% accurate?

• Inaccurate data collection

• Limited historical data

• Complex interactions and large areas

• Lack of technology

What does a 50% chance of rain mean?

• Rain will fall on 50% of the area

• Rain will fall for 50% of the time

• There is a 50% chance of rain at any point in the area

• Rain will fall on half of the people

What does a rising barometer indicate?

• High pressure and good weather

• Stormy weather

• No change in weather

• Low pressure and bad weather

What type of air mass is associated with polar regions?

• Continental air mass

• Maritime air mass

• Tropical air mass

• Polar air mass

What forms when different air masses collide?

• A cyclone

• A tornado

• A hurricane

• A front

What is a cold front characterized by?

• Cold air moving under warm air

• Warm air moving over cold air

• Stationary air masses

• Warm air moving parallel to cold air

What is the primary source of heat that affects weather?

• The Moon

• Volcanic activity

• The Sun

• The Earth's core

What is the term for a formula used to solve a problem in weather prediction?

• Algorithm

• Equation

• Hypothesis

• Theorem

What type of clouds are associated with a warm front?

• Cirrus clouds

• Cumulonimbus clouds

• Stratus clouds

• Nimbostratus clouds