Chapter 7 Lesson 3 Flashcards by Monique McCoy | Brainscape

Q

the state of the atmosphere

A

weather

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Q

the pushing force of the atmosphere

A

barometric pressure

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Q

the amount of water vapor in the air

A

humidity

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Q

movement of air that redistributes heat on Earth

A

circulation

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Q

an instrument that measures air pressure

A

barometer

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Q

an instrument that measures wind speed

A

anemometer

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Q

a person who studies weather

A

meteorlogist

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Q

an instrument used to measure humidity

A

hygrometer

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Q

an instrument used to measure rainfall

A

rain gauge

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Q

air movement caused by differences in pressure

A

wind

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Q

an instrument that shows which way the wind is coming from

A

wind vane

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