Weather and Climate

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What is the job of a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies the weather and forecasts it.

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the weight of a column of air pushing down on an area.

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What does climate refer to?

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Climate is the average pattern of weather over a long period of time.

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How does latitude affect weather?

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Latitude affects weather because the further north or south you go from the Equator, the less solar energy (heat) is received.

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What is the relationship between air pressure and air flow?

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Air flows from high pressure areas to low pressure areas.

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What is relative humidity?

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

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns.

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What role does temperature play in weather?

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Temperature affects the amount of energy in the atmosphere, influencing weather patterns and conditions.

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What is the significance of the Equator in terms of climate?

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The Equator receives the most direct sunlight, resulting in warmer temperatures and more consistent weather patterns.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the near future.