Across
- 4. The layer of gases surrounding the Earth, which influences weather patterns and conditions.
- 6. A temperature scale where water freezes at 32 degrees and boils at 212 degrees.
- 8. A scientist who studies the atmosphere and weather patterns to predict weather changes.
- 9. A visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere, which can lead to precipitation.
- 11. A sudden electrostatic discharge that occurs during a storm, producing a bright flash of light.
- 13. A current of warm air that rises, contributing to the formation of clouds and storms.
- 14. A storm characterized by the presence of lightning and thunder, often accompanied by heavy rain and strong winds.
Down
- 1. The essential components or elements needed to create something, in this case, weather (air, water, and heat).
- 2. The state of the atmosphere at a particular time, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.
- 3. The amount of water vapor present in the air, which affects how hot or cold it feels.
- 5. Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from clouds and reaches the ground, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.
- 7. The movement of air caused by differences in temperature and pressure, influencing weather conditions.
- 9. A scale for measuring temperature, where water freezes at 0 degrees and boils at 100 degrees.
- 10. The average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation patterns.
- 12. An instrument used to measure temperature, often in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.