Science 5.8A and 5.8B (2024)

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What is weather data?

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Weather data refers to specific measurements and observations of atmospheric conditions at a particular time and place, such as temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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What is climate?

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

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather describes short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns and averages.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes into liquid water, forming clouds.

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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, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water is transformed into water vapor, usually due to heat.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, that moves across the ground and eventually enters rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is relative humidity?

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Relative humidity is the percentage of moisture in the air compared to the maximum amount of moisture the air can hold at a given temperature.

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What is an example of weather data?

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An example of weather data is 'The relative humidity was 24% at noon on July 23 in Tempe, Arizona.'

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What is an example of climate data?

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An example of climate data is 'The coast of Antarctica has very short summers.'