Weather and Climate Review

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What is the definition of WEATHER?

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The daily environmental conditions we experience around us, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is the definition of CLIMATE?

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The average conditions in a place over a longer period of time.

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What is PRECIPITATION?

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Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls from the sky.

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How does temperature typically change from Monday to Friday in a week?

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The air temperature can go up and down, or it can increase steadily.

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What does it mean if the air temperature is higher on Friday than on Monday?

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It indicates that the weather was warmer on Friday compared to Monday.

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What is an example of a weather event?

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Last night Cypress received two inches of rain.

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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 average conditions.

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What is an example of climate?

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The average temperature for Houston is 25 degrees Celsius.

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What factors are included in weather conditions?

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Temperature, cloud cover, wind speed, and rainfall.

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What is the significance of precipitation in weather?

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Precipitation is a key component of weather, affecting conditions like humidity and temperature.