Extreme Weather

What causes wind to form?

• The rotation of the Earth

• The movement of air due to temperature differences

• The gravitational pull of the moon

• The presence of mountains

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Why is Mount Washington so windy?

• It is very tall and steep, causing air to move faster

• It is located near the ocean

• It has a lot of trees

• It is covered in snow

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How do scientists measure wind speed with a hot wire anemometer?

• By counting the number of spins of a blade

• By observing the direction of the wind

• By using a thermometer

• By measuring the time it takes for a heated wire to cool down

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Which place holds the record for the most rainfall in one year?

• Atacama Desert, Chile

• Commonwealth Bay, Antarctica

• Cherrapunji, India

• Mount Waialeale, Hawaii

Why is the Atacama Desert so dry?

• It is located near the equator

• It is surrounded by tall mountains and a cold ocean

• It has a lot of vegetation

• It is very close to the North Pole

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