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

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What does precipitation mean?

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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 is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is a tool that measures the temperature of the air.

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What does a barometer measure?

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A barometer measures air pressure.

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What is weather?

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Weather is the local, day-by-day variation in the atmosphere's conditions, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time, usually 30 years or more.

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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 the role of a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies weather and climate to forecast weather conditions.

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Can weather change from day to day?

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Yes, weather can change from day to day, which is why we can have a sunny day followed by a rainy day.

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What is humidity?

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