Atmosphere, Weather, & Climate Review

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What is the definition of Weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term changes in the atmosphere, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is the definition of Climate?

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Climate is how the atmosphere behaves over relatively long periods of time, typically averaged over 30 years.

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What type of weather is typically associated with high pressure systems?

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High pressure systems are generally associated with fair weather, clear skies, and stable atmospheric conditions.

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What type of weather is typically associated with low pressure systems?

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Low pressure systems are generally associated with cloudy skies, moist air, possible precipitation, and stormy weather.

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What are the characteristics of Continental Tropical (cT) air masses?

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Continental Tropical (cT) air masses are warm and dry, originating over land in tropical regions.

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What are the characteristics of Maritime Tropical (mT) air masses?

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Maritime Tropical (mT) air masses are warm and moist, originating over warm ocean waters.

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What is the role of the Troposphere in weather?

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The Troposphere is the lowest layer of the atmosphere where all weather occurs, extending from the Earth's surface up to about 8-15 kilometers.

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

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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.