Question

1. which of the following is the most important tool for tracking storms and their movement?

. a. barometer
. b. thermometer
. c. radar

1. the ______ pressure systems tend to cover a larger spatial area.

a. high
b. low

1. this is the symbol for a...

a. cold front
b. warm front
c. stationary front

1. a scientist who studies the earths atmosphere and who monitors, studies, and forecasts the weather.

a. meteorologist
b. biologist
c. weatherologist

1. what do you call the prediction that meteorologists make about the weather?

a. guess
b. forecasts
c. backcasts

1. in which example would a thermometer be the best tool to use?

a. measuring the amount of rainfall in a backyard over a week
b. deciding if it is warm enough.
c. checking the wind speed

Explanation:

1. Radar tracks storms. 2. High - pressure systems are large. 4. Meteorologists study the atmosphere. 5. They make forecasts. 6. Thermometers measure temperature.

Answer:

1. C. Radar
2. a. High
3. a. meteorologist
4. b. forecasts
5. b. Deciding if it is warm enough.