Weather vs Climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns and averages of weather in a specific area.

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What does 'weather' mean?

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Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What does 'climate' mean?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a particular region over a long period, typically 30 years or more.

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How long does it take for climate to change?

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Climate takes a very long time to change, often over decades or centuries.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a sunny day with a temperature of 75°F.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the average temperature of 60°F in a region over the past 30 years.

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What is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies weather and climate to forecast atmospheric conditions.

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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, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is, usually measured in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, often expressed as a percentage.

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