Weather Glossary Terms

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    What is a large body of snow sliding down a mountain called?

    • Volcano
    • Tornado
    • Earthquake
    • Avalanche
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Explore key terms in meteorology through this engaging quiz titled 'Weather glossary terms'. Test your knowledge on phenomena like avalanches, tsunamis, and understand basic concepts like the boiling point of water and typical snow color. Perfect for learners interested in weather patterns and environmental science.

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  • 2. 

    What season has the warmest weather in the U.S.?

    • Summer

    • Winter

    • Spring

    • Autumn

    Correct Answer
    A. Summer
  • 3. 

    What is the typical color of snow?

    • Red

    • Green

    • Blue

    • White

    Correct Answer
    A. White
  • 4. 

    What is the solid form of water?

    • Ice

    • Gas

    • Condensation

    • Vapor

    Correct Answer
    A. Ice
  • 5. 

    In weather terms, what is the opposite of heat?

    • Fog

    • Drizzle

    • Cold

    • Cloud

    Correct Answer
    A. Cold
  • 6. 

    What term describes the overflowing of rivers or streams?

    • Avalanche

    • Tsunami

    • Rip Tide

    • Flood

    Correct Answer
    A. Flood
  • 7. 

    Earthquakes sometimes cause "tidal" what?

    • Records

    • Races

    • Waves

    • Pools

    Correct Answer
    A. Waves
  • 8. 

    What was the name of the August 2005 hurricane that damaged New Orleans?

    • Betsy

    • Katrina

    • Camille

    • Andrew

    Correct Answer
    A. Katrina
  • 9. 

    What word is generally used to describe visible air pollution?

    • Sleet

    • Smog

    • Fog

    • Dew

    Correct Answer
    A. Smog
  • 10. 

    What is the weather phenomenon known as a "tsunami"?

    • A Wind

    • A Tornado

    • An Ocean Current

    • A Wave

    Correct Answer
    A. A Wave
  • 11. 

    What instrument measures altitude?

    • Centimeter

    • Altimeter

    • Magnetometer

    • Barometer

    Correct Answer
    A. Altimeter
  • 12. 

    What is the boiling point of water as measured on the Fahrenheit scale?

    • 100 Degrees

    • 212 Degrees

    • 35 Degrees

    • 199 Degrees

    Correct Answer
    A. 212 Degrees
  • 13. 

    In weather terms, what turns to water in a "spring thaw"?

    • Hail

    • Fog

    • Ice

    • Sleet

    Correct Answer
    A. Ice
  • 14. 

    What kind of gas is central in terms of the effect global warming?

    • Oxygen

    • Fog

    • Vapor

    • Greenhouse

    Correct Answer
    A. Greenhouse
  • 15. 

    In a "drought", what is absent in terms of weather?

    • Sunshine

    • Dew

    • Wind

    • Rain

    Correct Answer
    A. Rain

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