Weather and Climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a long period.

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What does 'average daily rainfall' represent?

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Average daily rainfall is a measure of weather, indicating the amount of rain that falls in a specific area over a single day.

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What does 'annual high temperatures' indicate?

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Annual high temperatures indicate climate, as they reflect long-term temperature trends over many years.

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What is a climate average?

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A climate average is a statistical measure that summarizes the typical weather conditions in a specific area over a long period, usually 30 years.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a thunderstorm occurring on a specific day.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the Mediterranean climate characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary between a mass of cold air and a mass of warm air, often leading to changes in weather conditions.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect weather conditions.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of future weather conditions based on meteorological data.