weather and climate
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of weather?
Back
An example of weather is a sunny day with a temperature of 75°F.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is precipitation?
Back
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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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