Weather vs. Climate

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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.

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What does 'weather' mean?

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Weather is the day-to-day state of the atmosphere, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What does 'climate' mean?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a region over a long period, typically 30 years.

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Can the weather change from day to day?

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Yes, the weather can change daily due to various atmospheric conditions.

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What is a barometer used for?

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A barometer is a tool that measures atmospheric pressure.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures the temperature of the air.

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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 an anemometer used for?

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An anemometer is a tool that measures wind speed.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies weather and climate.