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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular region over an extended period, typically 30 years.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the thin layer of gases that surrounds Earth, providing air for living organisms and protecting the planet from harmful solar radiation.

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What is severe weather?

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Severe weather includes extreme weather conditions such as hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, and thunderstorms that can cause significant damage.

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What is condensation?

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

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water turns into water vapor (gas) due to heat.

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What is filtration in the context of water?

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Filtration is the process by which water is absorbed into the ground, allowing it to pass through soil and rock layers.

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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 is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect weather conditions.

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by strong winds and low visibility due to falling or blowing snow.

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