Weather and Climate

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular region over an extended period, typically 30 years or more.

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What is a glacier?

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A glacier is a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land, formed from compacted snow.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, often causing destruction.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect comfort levels and weather conditions.

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What happens to air pressure as altitude increases?

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Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.

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What is the temperate climate zone?

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The temperate climate zone is characterized by moderate temperatures and distinct seasons, found in most of the USA.

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What is the role of oceans in weather?

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Oceans influence weather patterns by storing and transferring heat, affecting humidity and precipitation.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of those conditions.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, organized storm system characterized by strong winds and heavy rain, forming over warm ocean waters.