1.2. Drizzle

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is drizzle?

   Hint

   Think of light rain.

2. 2.

   How large are drizzle droplets?

   Hint

   Compare the size with typical rain.

3. 3.

   What is the maximum droplet size for drizzle?

   • 0.1 mm
   • 0.5 mm
   • 1.0 mm

   Hint

   Measure the droplet size.

4. 4.

   True or False: Drizzle is heavier than regular rainfall.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the characteristics of rainfall types.

5. 5.

   Assess how drizzle might affect local ecosystems differently compared to heavy rain.

   Hint

   Consider how moisture changes slow versus fast.

6. 6.

   Analyze a storm system that predicts drizzle for your area over the weekend. What agricultural impacts might this have?

   Hint

   Think about water absorption in dry soils.