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What is hail?

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Hail is a type of precipitation that consists of balls or irregular lumps of ice. It forms in strong thunderstorms with intense updrafts.

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True or False: Hail comes in different sizes.

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True

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What happens to air molecules when they are heated?

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Heated air molecules move more quickly than cooled air molecules.

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What causes the ground to warm up?

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Light from the sun is absorbed by it and it warms up.

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What happens to air particles when they cool down?

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The air particles start moving slower and get closer together.

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When molecules are moving fast, what state of matter are they most likely in?

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Gas

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What is the main source of heat for the Earth’s surface?

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The Sun is the main source of heat for the Earth’s surface.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) caused by the movement of the fluid itself.

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What is the role of the sun in weather patterns?

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The sun heats the Earth’s surface, causing air to warm up, rise, and create wind and weather patterns.

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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 average weather patterns in a specific area.

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