Weather and climate forecasting
I can describe and read a weather forecast.
Weather and climate forecasting
I can describe and read a weather forecast.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Weather forecasts can be displayed on synoptic charts.
- Air pressure is shown on weather maps by isobars indicating areas of equal air pressure.
- Symbols are used to indicate the type of weather that can be expected.
- Weather fronts are shown on weather forecasts, these are cold and warm fronts.
Keywords
Front - a weather front is the boundary between a warm air mass and a cold air mass
Prediction - a statement about what could happen in the future, usually based on evidence
Isobars - lines on weather maps that join areas with the same air pressure
Air pressure - force exerted by the weight (or mass) of the column of air above a place
Common misconception
Weather forecasts are only seen on apps and on the TV. Weather forecasts just use symbols.
Students will explore synoptic charts, used by meteorologists, to interpret the weather.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
4 Questions
generally brings sunny and calm weather
generally brings rainy and stormy weather
join areas of equal pressure
the boundary between two air masses