Weather vs. 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 is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area.
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What do meteorologists do?
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Meteorologists study the atmosphere and weather patterns to make forecasts and understand climate.
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What is a thermometer used for?
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A thermometer is a tool that measures the temperature of the air.
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What does a barometer measure?
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A barometer measures air pressure.
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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 an anemometer used for?
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An anemometer is a tool that measures wind speed.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of satellites in weather forecasting?
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Satellites provide meteorologists with data about weather patterns and conditions from space.
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