Understanding Weather and Climate

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the short-term condition of the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What do weather and climate have in common?

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Both describe the condition of the atmosphere.

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What happens to ice crystals when they fall through warm air?

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They melt into raindrops.

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Which city is known for having a sunny climate?

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Yuma, Arizona is known for its sunny climate.

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What is the main component of weather?

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The main components of weather include temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and atmospheric pressure.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the near future.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is a cloud?

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A cloud is a collection of tiny water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere.

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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.