Across
- 1. liquid precipitation, specifically water falling from clouds in drops
- 4. form of precipitation consisting of balls or lumps of ice, typically formed during thunderstorms
- 5. whirling column of air and water mist that forms over a body of water
- 6. shaking of the ground caused by the sudden movement of rock masses below the earth's surface
- 7. series of powerful ocean waves typically caused by large-scale disturbances like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides on the seabed
- 8. multicolored arc in the sky, formed when sunlight is refracted and reflected by raindrops
- 9. violently rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground
Down
- 2. occur when charged particles from the sun collide with atmospheric gases, creating vibrant displays
- 3. science that studies the atmosphere, with a particular focus on weather and weather forecasting
- 4. powerful, rotating storm system characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and a low-pressure center