Weather 5 (Weather vs. Climate)

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What must occur before clouds can form?

Back

Water vapor must lose heat energy.

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What describes a change in climate rather than a change in weather?

Back

The average summer temperatures have increased over the last ten years.

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What is the most likely weather in Ohio the day after a rainy weather map?

Back

Rainy.

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How is wind formed?

Back

Unequal heating of the land causes air to flow from areas of higher pressure to areas of lower pressure.

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What has the greatest effect on wind speed?

Back

Air pressure.

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Define weather.

Back

The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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Define climate.

Back

The average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time.

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What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What role does the sun play in weather?

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The sun heats the Earth's surface, causing air to warm and create weather patterns.

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What is humidity?

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The amount of water vapor present in the air.