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- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 15. An instrument used to measure wind speed. It is crucial in tracking storms and determining wind patterns.
- 17. A boundary between two different air masses, often associated with changes in weather. Fronts can lead to storms or shifts in temperature.
- 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. 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. An instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure. It helps determine whether a weather system will be high (clear, calm) or low (stormy, unsettled).
- 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. 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. 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. 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.
- 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.
- 11. An instrument used to measure humidity, or the amount of water vapor in the air. It helps predict precipitation and weather comfort levels.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.