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  1. 7. A tool used to observe the atmosphere, weather systems, and cloud cover from space. Satellites help track large weather systems, such as hurricanes, and provide critical data for forecasting.
  2. 8. A scientist who studies the atmosphere and weather patterns to make predictions about the weather using various data sources, including satellite images, radars, and weather models.
  3. 9. A prediction about future atmospheric conditions based on data collected from various sources, such as weather stations, satellites, and models, typically predicting weather for a few hours to a week.
  4. 12. Any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth’s surface, including rain, snow, hail, and sleet. The type depends on temperature.
  5. 13. A weather front where a cold air mass moves in and displaces a warmer air mass. This often causes storms, a drop in temperature, and a shift in wind direction.
  6. 14. A system used to detect and track precipitation, such as rain, snow, or hail, and measure its intensity, movement, and location. Radar helps meteorologists track storms and their potential impact.
  7. 15. An instrument used to measure wind speed. It is crucial in tracking storms and determining wind patterns.
  8. 17. A boundary between two different air masses, often associated with changes in weather. Fronts can lead to storms or shifts in temperature.
  9. 18. The short-term atmospheric conditions at a specific place and time, including temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and cloud cover.
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  1. 1. A weather front where a warm air mass moves in and replaces cooler air. It often leads to mild, steady precipitation and a gradual rise in temperature.
  2. 2. An instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure. It helps determine whether a weather system will be high (clear, calm) or low (stormy, unsettled).
  3. 3. The amount of water vapor in the air, expressed as a percentage. High humidity makes the air feel warmer, and low humidity leads to cooler, dry conditions.
  4. 4. A region where air pressure is higher than surrounding areas, often bringing clear skies, calm weather, and dry conditions as air descends and warms.
  5. 5. A region where air pressure is lower than the surrounding areas, typically associated with cloudy skies, strong winds, and precipitation such as storms, rain, or snow.
  6. 6. A measure of the warmth or coldness in the atmosphere, typically measured in Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C). It determines the type of precipitation and affects humidity and wind patterns.
  7. 10. A device used to measure the amount of precipitation, typically in the form of rain, that falls over a set period. It’s important for forecasting rainfall and assessing flood risks.
  8. 11. An instrument used to measure humidity, or the amount of water vapor in the air. It helps predict precipitation and weather comfort levels.
  9. 13. The long-term average of weather patterns in a region, typically measured over 30 years or more, describing general conditions like temperature, precipitation, and seasonal variations.
  10. 16. The force exerted by the weight of the air above. It influences weather patterns, with high pressure generally leading to calm weather and low pressure leading to stormier conditions.
  11. 18. The movement of air from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure. Wind helps distribute heat and moisture across regions, impacting weather patterns.