7th Hydrosphere and Weather quiz

Which process in the water cycle involves the conversion of water vapor into liquid water?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Transpiration

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Identify the type of cloud that is typically associated with thunderstorms.

• Cirrus

• Stratus

• Cumulonimbus

• Altostratus

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Explain how the water cycle contributes to weather patterns. Provide examples to support your explanation.

• The water cycle has no effect on weather patterns.

• The water cycle contributes to weather patterns by distributing heat and moisture around the Earth, influencing precipitation and temperature.

• The water cycle only affects ocean currents.

• The water cycle is responsible for the formation of mountains.

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Which cloud type is characterized by thin, wispy strands and is found at high altitudes?

• Cumulus

• Stratus

• Cirrus

• Nimbostratus

What is the primary difference between weather prediction models and climate models?

• Weather prediction models focus on long-term patterns, while climate models focus on short-term changes.

• Weather prediction models focus on short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate models focus on long-term patterns and trends.

• Weather prediction models are used for predicting earthquakes, while climate models are used for predicting volcanic eruptions.

• Weather prediction models and climate models are the same.

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Which type of cloud is typically found at low altitudes and often covers the sky like a blanket?

• Cirrus

• Cumulus

• Stratus

• Altocumulus

How do altostratus clouds differ from cirrostratus clouds in terms of appearance and weather indication?

• Altostratus clouds are higher and thinner than cirrostratus clouds and indicate fair weather.

• Altostratus clouds are lower and thicker than cirrostratus clouds and often indicate rain or snow.

• Altostratus clouds are the same as cirrostratus clouds.

• Altostratus clouds are only found in tropical regions.

Who are the scientists that predict the weather?

• Astronomers

• Geologists

• Meteorologists

• Biologists

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What forms when different air masses collide?

• A cyclone

• A tornado

• A hurricane

• A front

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Warm air rises because it is __________ dense then cold air.

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