Weather and Climate Unit Review

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by strong winds, low temperatures, and heavy snowfall.

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What two factors determine an area's climate?

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Temperature and precipitation are the two main factors that determine an area's climate.

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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 temperature and precipitation.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, often causing severe damage.

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What type of air mass brings cold and wet weather?

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Maritime Polar (mP) air masses bring cold and wet weather.

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Define weather.

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

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Define climate.

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

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.

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What are the main types of air masses?

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The main types of air masses are Maritime (m), Continental (c), Polar (P), and Tropical (T).

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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.