Climate & Weather 2

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time, typically 30 years or more.

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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 temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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How does climate differ from weather?

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Climate covers larger areas and longer times than weather, while weather describes short-term conditions.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the average temperature of a region over several decades, such as the warm summers in Texas.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a rainy day with a temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

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What does it mean when we say 'it's normally warm outside'?

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This statement describes climate, indicating the typical weather conditions for a region over time.

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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 ground.

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What is the significance of studying climate?

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Studying climate helps us understand long-term trends and patterns in weather, which can inform us about environmental changes.

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What is an example of a climate study?

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An example of a climate study is measuring the average rainfall in a region over 30 years.

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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.