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13 Cards in this Set
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Thermal Energy |
The energy that comes from heat. |
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Barometric pressure |
The pressure applied by the atmosphere |
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Barometer |
An instrument used to measure the pressure in the atmosphere. |
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Evaporation |
The procces of turning liquid into vapor |
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Convection |
The movement of less dense material (hot) and colder materials (cold). Denser materials sink. |
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Conduction |
The movement of heat or electricity Where heat travels to |
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Radiation |
Fills area with heat. |
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Density |
Measure of mass per volume |
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Phases of matter |
Solid Liquid Gas |
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What scientists need to create a forecast |
Thermometers which measure air temperature Anemometers which gauge wind speed Barometers which provide information on air pressure. |
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Temperature |
The telling of warmth/cooling |
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Wind |
The natural movement of air |
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Precipitation |
Moisture in the air Rain, Snow, Sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. |
