Weather and Climate

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What is the definition of 'Weather'?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is the definition of 'Climate'?

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

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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 does 'Humidity' mean?

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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 the difference between 'Weather' and 'Climate'?

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Weather is short-term and can change quickly, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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What is a 'Weather Station'?

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A weather station is a facility or location equipped with instruments to measure and record atmospheric conditions such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, and precipitation.

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What is 'Meteorology'?

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Meteorology is the scientific study of the atmosphere and its phenomena, including weather and climate.

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What is 'Temperature'?

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Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is, typically measured in degrees Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).

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What is 'Wind Speed'?

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Wind speed is the rate at which air is moving, usually measured in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).

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What is 'Cloud Cover'?

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Cloud cover refers to the fraction of the sky covered by clouds, which can affect weather conditions and temperature.