Climate and Weather

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What is the day-to-day variation of the atmosphere's condition called?

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Weather

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What term describes the average pattern for weather over a long period of time?

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Climate

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What are the daily measurements of temperature, rainfall, and sunshine referred to as?

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Climate

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What is the typical temperature characteristic of a polar climate?

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Consistently cold

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term averages.

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What factors influence weather patterns?

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Temperature, humidity, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure.

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How does climate differ in tropical regions compared to polar regions?

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Tropical regions are generally warm and humid, while polar regions are cold and dry.

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What is a weather front?

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A boundary separating two masses of air of different densities, often associated with changes in weather.

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What is the role of the sun in weather and climate?

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The sun provides energy that drives weather patterns and influences climate.

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What is an example of a climate zone?

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Tropical, temperate, polar, arid, and continental are examples of climate zones.