Weather and Climate

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What is Weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including factors like 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 area over a significant period, typically 30 years or more.

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What does it mean if it is cloudy and rainy all weekend?

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This describes the weather, indicating short-term atmospheric conditions.

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What does it mean if it is usually raining in Seattle?

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This describes the climate, indicating a long-term weather pattern.

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What is an example of Weather?

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A sudden thunderstorm occurring in the afternoon.

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What is an example of Climate?

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The average temperature in a region over the course of a year.

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How does Weather differ from Climate?

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Weather is short-term and can change quickly, while climate is long-term and stable.

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What is an example of a Climate Zone?

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Tropical, Temperate, and Polar are examples of climate zones.

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What factors influence Weather?

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Temperature, humidity, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure influence weather.

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What factors influence Climate?

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Latitude, altitude, proximity to oceans, and prevailing winds influence climate.