Weather and Climate Review

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What type of storm can produce tornadoes?

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Supercell storms are capable of producing tornadoes due to their strong updrafts and rotating nature.

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Which month has the lowest average temperature?

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January typically has the lowest average temperature in many regions.

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How does the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere affect climate?

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As carbon dioxide concentrations increase, temperatures increase, contributing to global warming.

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What is the main human activity that releases greenhouse gases?

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Burning fossil fuels is the primary human activity that releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

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Which city has the highest rainfall in July?

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Monrovia has the highest rainfall in July compared to other cities.

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Define climate.

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over an extended period.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of those conditions.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.

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Name three major greenhouse gases.

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Carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O) are three major greenhouse gases.

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What is a cyclone?

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A cyclone is a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure.