U4.W5.MC The Work of Water

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What instrument measures air pressure?

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Barometer

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What do meteorologists use computers for in weather forecasting?

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To gather information

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How do scientists classify climates?

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Based on temperature and precipitation patterns

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What is the scientific study of weather called?

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Meteorology

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Who studies weather?

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Meteorologists

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What is a thermometer used for?

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To measure temperature

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What does a rain gauge measure?

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The amount of rainfall

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions; climate is long-term patterns.

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What factors influence climate?

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Temperature, precipitation, and geographical location.

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What is evaporation?

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The process of liquid water turning into vapor.