Weather Watchers

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What is weather?

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Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is temperature?

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

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

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What does the term 'average temperature' mean?

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Average temperature is the sum of all temperature readings over a specific period divided by the number of readings.

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What is a climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area over a long period, typically 30 years.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the future, based on data and models.

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What is a weather map?

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A weather map is a visual representation of weather conditions in a specific area, showing information like temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is humidity?

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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 a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is an instrument used to measure temperature.

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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 long-term patterns of weather in a specific area.