Weather

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions in a specific area at a specific time, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is a weather front?

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A weather front is a boundary between two different air masses, which can lead to changes in weather.

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What are the main types of weather fronts?

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The main types of weather fronts are warm fronts, cold fronts, and stationary fronts.

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What is a high pressure system?

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A high pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, usually bringing clear and sunny weather.

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What is a low pressure system?

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A low pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is lower than the surrounding areas, often associated with cloudy and rainy weather.

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What do isobars represent on a weather map?

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Isobars are lines on a weather map that connect points of equal atmospheric pressure.

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What does it indicate when isobars are close together?

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When isobars are close together, it indicates that there is a strong pressure gradient, which usually means windy conditions.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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How does temperature affect weather?

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Temperature influences weather by affecting air pressure, humidity, and the formation of clouds and precipitation.

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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 to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.