4.3.1. Rain

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the minimum diameter of water droplets that define rain?

   Hint

   Think about what size makes rain different from drizzle.

2. 2.

   Name one type of rain.

   Hint

   There are three types we discussed.

3. 3.

   What is considered rain?

   • Water droplets < 0.5 mm
   • Water droplets > 0.5 mm
   • Ice pellets

   Hint

   Remember the size that differentiates rain from drizzle.

4. 4.

   True or False: Continuous rain can vary greatly in intensity throughout its duration.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the consistency of continuous rain.

5. 5.

   You live in a region that recently experienced torrential rain, which led to flooding. Outline a plan to manage future rainfall and mitigate the risk of flooding.

   Hint

   Think about infrastructure and community engagement.

6. 6.

   Design a study that measures the impact of continuous rain on local agriculture over the growing season. What factors would you consider?

   Hint

   Look at how different rainfall types can help or hinder crop growth.