Weather and Climate

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What is latitude?

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Latitude is the measurement of distance north or south of the Equator, affecting the amount of solar energy received.

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has the same temperature, pressure, and moisture characteristics.

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What type of weather is associated with a low pressure system?

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Cloudy with a chance of precipitation.

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How does air flow in relation to pressure areas?

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Air flows from high pressure areas to low pressure areas.

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What does a wind prediction show?

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It shows the probability of the direction and speed of the wind.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is the boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass, often bringing precipitation.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is the boundary where a cold air mass replaces a warm air mass, usually resulting in thunderstorms.

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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 is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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What role does the atmosphere play in weather?

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The atmosphere contains gases that trap heat and moisture, influencing weather patterns.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, affecting temperature and precipitation.