Weather and Climate

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Fahrenheit scale

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A scale for measuring temperature on which 32 degrees marks the freezing point and 212 degrees marks the boiling point.

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Condensation

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The forming of tiny droplets of water as water vapor cools.

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Jet stream

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A high-speed wind current moving from west to east around the earth.

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Hygrometer

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An instrument for measuring humidity.

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Arid

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Dry.

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Climate

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The average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period.

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Weather

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The short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time.

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Precipitation

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Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the earth, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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Humidity

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The amount of water vapor present in the air.

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Thermometer

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An instrument used to measure temperature.