Weather

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What does a rain gauge measure?

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A rain gauge measures the amount of precipitation that falls in a specific area.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate is the average weather conditions over a long period.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What unit is used to measure temperature in the United States?

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The unit used to measure temperature in the United States is Fahrenheit.

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What is a weather map?

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A weather map is a visual representation of the weather conditions in a specific area, showing information like temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What does it mean when we say it will rain on Tuesday?

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It means that the weather forecast predicts precipitation (rain) will occur on that day.

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What is a drought?

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A drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, which is essential for weather and climate.

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.