Weather and Climate Review

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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 refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a significant period.

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What is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies the atmosphere and weather patterns to forecast weather and understand climate.

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What does low pressure in the atmosphere usually indicate?

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Low pressure usually indicates cloudy weather and the potential for precipitation.

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What is the role of the Sun in weather patterns?

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The Sun heats the Earth, causing temperature differences that drive wind and weather patterns.

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What happens to the temperature of the ground at night?

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The temperature of the ground decreases at night because it radiates the energy absorbed from the Sun back into the atmosphere.

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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 the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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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 a weather front?

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A weather front is a boundary between two different air masses, which can lead to changes in weather conditions.

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What is the significance of average temperature data over time?

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Average temperature data helps meteorologists understand climate trends and variations over time.