Weather and Climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the 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 significant period.

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What does 'climate' mean?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a region over a long period, typically 30 years or more.

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What does 'weather' mean?

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Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is an example of weather?

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A sunny day with a temperature of 25°C.

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What is an example of climate?

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The average temperature in Texas during summer is around 35°C.

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What is rainfall?

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Rainfall is the amount of rain that falls in a specific area over a certain period, usually measured in millimeters or inches.

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What is the significance of tracking rainfall over many years?

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Tracking rainfall over many years helps to understand the climate of an area, revealing patterns and trends.

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What is an average temperature?

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Average temperature is the sum of daily temperatures over a period divided by the number of days in that period.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, often expressed as a percentage.

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What is a weather report?

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A weather report provides information about the current weather conditions and forecasts for the near future.

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