Weather and Natural Disasters Vocabulary

Tsunami

• A series of ocean waves caused by large underwater disturbances, such as earthquakes.

• A type of tidal wave caused by the gravitational pull of the moon.

• A phenomenon where ocean water recedes suddenly before a large wave hits.

• A storm surge caused by hurricanes and tropical storms.

Frostbite

• A condition caused by excessive heat exposure.

• A dangerous condition when people's skin freezes in cold weather; they may not be able to feel their fingers and toes.

• A mild skin irritation caused by cold weather.

• A type of frost that forms on windows during winter.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Dehydration

• A condition that occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in, often due to heat or excessive sweating.

• A state where the body retains excess fluids, leading to swelling.

• A condition characterized by an increase in body temperature due to external heat.

• A disorder that affects the body's ability to absorb nutrients.

Drought

• A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.

• A sudden increase in rainfall causing flooding.

• A seasonal change in weather patterns.

• A type of plant that thrives in dry conditions.

Natural Disaster

• A minor event caused by human activity.

• A major adverse event resulting from natural processes of the Earth, such as earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes.

• A planned event to manage environmental issues.

• A seasonal weather pattern that affects agriculture.

Forecast

• A prediction that something will happen a certain way; the news says what the weather should be over the next several days.

• A detailed report on past weather conditions.

• An analysis of climate change effects on weather patterns.

• A random guess about future events.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Blizzard

• A light snowfall with gentle winds.

• A severe snowstorm with strong sustained winds of 35 mph or more and lasting for a prolonged period.

• A rainstorm with thunder and lightning.

• A weather condition characterized by high temperatures and humidity.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Hurricane

• A type of tropical cyclone characterized by low pressure and strong winds.

• A storm that occurs only in winter with heavy snowfall.

• A weather phenomenon that causes droughts and heatwaves.

• A mild rainstorm that forms over land.

Meteorologist

• A scientist who studies weather and climate to make forecasts.

• A person who predicts the stock market trends.

• An expert in geological formations and earth sciences.

• A researcher focused on animal behavior and habitats.

Earthquake

• A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

• A gentle breeze that causes trees to sway.

• A volcanic eruption that releases lava and ash.

• A tidal wave caused by underwater explosions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4