Weather and Climate

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the average atmospheric conditions in a specific area over a long period, typically 30 years or more.

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What is weather?

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

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What is the difference between climate and weather?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in an area, while weather refers to the current atmospheric conditions.

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What does 'average low temperature' mean?

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The average low temperature is the mean of the lowest temperatures recorded over a specific period, often used to describe climate.

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What is an example of a climate characteristic?

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An example of a climate characteristic is the average annual rainfall in a region.

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What is an example of a weather characteristic?

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An example of a weather characteristic is the temperature on a specific day.

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What does 'annual high temperatures' refer to?

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Annual high temperatures refer to the highest temperatures recorded in a year, which can indicate climate trends.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary between a mass of cold air and a mass of warm air, often leading to changes in weather.

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What is the significance of record temperatures?

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Record temperatures can indicate extreme weather events and help scientists understand climate change.

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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, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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