Weather and Climate

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

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water changes into water vapor, usually due to heat.

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What are clouds?

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Clouds are formed when water vapor in the air condenses into tiny water droplets or ice crystals, which cluster together.

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What is precipitation?

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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.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, usually expressed as a percentage.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, often forming clouds.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is climate change?

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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, often attributed to human activities.

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What is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies the atmosphere and weather patterns to forecast weather and understand climate.

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What is a weather front?

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A weather front is a boundary separating two masses of air of different densities, which can lead to changes in weather.

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