Earth Science Assessment

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What is weather?

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Weather describes the conditions in the air outside, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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Can weather change?

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Yes, weather can change from day to day and from season to season.

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What is lightning?

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Lightning is a sudden electrostatic discharge that occurs during a storm, which can happen from cloud to cloud, cloud to ground, or ground to cloud.

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Why do scientists measure weather changes?

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Scientists measure changes in weather to predict what kind of weather might happen next.

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What are the four seasons in order?

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The four seasons in order are winter, spring, summer, and fall.

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What is a levee?

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A levee is a structure designed to slow or stop water from flowing into an area, protecting it from flooding.

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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, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain that can cause significant damage.

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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 refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What tools do scientists use to measure weather?

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Scientists use tools like thermometers, barometers, anemometers, and rain gauges to measure different weather conditions.