Weather/Climate

Weather/Climate

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Science, Social Studies

5th Grade

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1.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate is the average of these conditions over a longer period, typically 30 years.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is climate data?

Back

Climate data includes long-term patterns and averages of temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions in a specific area.

3.

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What is an example of weather data?

Back

An example of weather data is the current temperature or the forecast for the next few days.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a meteorologist do?

Back

A meteorologist studies weather patterns and forecasts weather conditions.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

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.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a cold front?

Back

A cold front is a boundary between a mass of cold air and a mass of warm air, often bringing a drop in temperature and precipitation.

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of measuring rainfall over time?

Back

Measuring rainfall over time helps to understand patterns in precipitation, which can indicate climate trends and inform water resource management.

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