weather and climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a significant period.

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What does climate describe?

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Climate describes the average weather conditions, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation, in a region over a long period, typically 30 years or more.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a sunny day with a temperature of 75°F.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

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What role do meteorologists play?

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Meteorologists study weather patterns and make forecasts about future weather conditions.

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How does climate change affect weather patterns?

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Climate change can lead to more extreme weather events, such as increased rainfall, droughts, and heatwaves.

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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, which can affect temperature and precipitation.

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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 conditions.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm.

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