Generation Genius: Weather vs. Climate

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What is the local, day-by-day variation in the atmosphere's condition called?

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Weather

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the year-by-year variation of the atmosphere's condition over a large area called?

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Climate

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Should we expect ALL days in summer to be hot?

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No, the daily weather can vary.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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True or False: Meteorologists on TV just read a weather report.

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False

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What is the tool that measures precipitation called?

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Rain gauge

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions; climate is long-term patterns.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What does a barometer measure?

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Air pressure.

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What is humidity?

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The amount of water vapor in the air.

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What is a thermometer used for?

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Measuring temperature.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is precipitation?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4