Weather Glossary Terms
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What is a large body of snow sliding down a mountain called?
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Volcano
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Tornado
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Earthquake
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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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What season has the warmest weather in the U.S.?
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Summer
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Winter
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Spring
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Autumn
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A. Summer -
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What is the typical color of snow?
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Red
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Green
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Blue
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White
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A. White -
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What is the solid form of water?
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Ice
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Gas
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Condensation
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Vapor
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A. Ice -
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In weather terms, what is the opposite of heat?
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Fog
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Drizzle
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Cold
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Cloud
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A. Cold -
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What term describes the overflowing of rivers or streams?
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Avalanche
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Tsunami
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Rip Tide
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Flood
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A. Flood -
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Earthquakes sometimes cause "tidal" what?
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Records
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Races
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Waves
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Pools
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A. Waves -
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What was the name of the August 2005 hurricane that damaged New Orleans?
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Betsy
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Katrina
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Camille
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Andrew
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A. Katrina -
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What word is generally used to describe visible air pollution?
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Sleet
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Smog
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Fog
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Dew
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A. Smog -
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What is the weather phenomenon known as a "tsunami"?
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A Wind
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A Tornado
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An Ocean Current
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A Wave
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A. A Wave -
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What instrument measures altitude?
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Centimeter
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Altimeter
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Magnetometer
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Barometer
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A. Altimeter -
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What is the boiling point of water as measured on the Fahrenheit scale?
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100 Degrees
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212 Degrees
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35 Degrees
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199 Degrees
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A. 212 Degrees -
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In weather terms, what turns to water in a "spring thaw"?
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Hail
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Fog
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Ice
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Sleet
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A. Ice -
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What kind of gas is central in terms of the effect global warming?
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Oxygen
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Fog
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Vapor
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Greenhouse
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A. Greenhouse -
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In a "drought", what is absent in terms of weather?
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Sunshine
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Dew
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Wind
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Rain
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A. Rain -
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