Weather vs. Climate

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the day-to-day conditions of the atmosphere at a specific place, including factors like heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, and rain.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area, typically measured over months or years.

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What causes the seasons?

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The seasons are caused by the tilt of the Earth on its axis as it orbits the sun.

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What type of climate does Antarctica have?

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Antarctica has a polar climate, characterized by extremely cold temperatures.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a high temperature of 75 degrees F today.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the average temperature and precipitation in a region over several years.

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How does weather differ from climate?

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Weather is short-term and can change daily, while climate is long-term and represents average conditions.

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What is the role of the Earth's rotation in weather?

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The Earth's rotation affects wind patterns and ocean currents, which influence weather conditions.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of the atmospheric conditions for a specific area over a short period, usually a few days.

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What is an example of a climate zone?

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Examples of climate zones include tropical, temperate, polar, and arid/dry.

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