Weather

Meteorologists track the daily conditions in the atmosphere. They are tracking and predicting the daily _______.

• weather

• temperature

• humidity

• wind

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

You have been watching the barometer over the past few hours. The air pressure has dropped. What weather information does this data indicate? Select 2 answer choices.

• rainy and cloudy weather

• indicates high pressure

• indicates low pressure

• dry and sunny weather

• indicates no change in weather

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which storm type is associated with rotating air and often forms from thunderstorms?

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Ice storm

• Hurricane

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

A student is planning a trip to the Amazon rainforest. If the student wants to take tours outdoors and avoid rain, during which months should they plan to visit?

• January and February

• March and April

• May and June

• November and December

What does a barometer measure?

• Wind speed

• Air pressure

• Precipitation

• Temperature

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What type of data does a rain gauge collect?

• Air temperature

• Wind speed

• Air pressure

• Precipitation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What type of cloud is shown in the image?

• Stratus

• Cumulus

• Cirrus

• Nimbus

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

A student analyzed air temperature data for several days in April. Which of the following conclusions could the student make based on this data?

• The air temperature increased from April 24 to April 26.

• The air temperature was the highest on April 23rd.

• The air temperature decreased from April 23rd to April 26th.

• The air temperature was the lowest on April 25th.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the best prediction for how much rainfall this area will get next year in June?

• 50 mm

• 150 mm

• 225 mm

• 325 mm

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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While reading the barometer, the student noticed that the air pressure was rising. What weather conditions would you expect with an increase in air pressure? Select 2 answer choices.

• clear skies

• stormy weather

• strong winds

• light winds

• cumulonimbus clouds

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5