4.4 Weather

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a powerful storm that occurs over warm, tropical waters and has winds equal to or greater than 119 km per hour.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a storm that forms from thunderstorms when the wind changes direction and rotates.

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a storm that forms under warm, humid conditions and is characterized by a brief period of heavy rain.

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What type of weather is expected with a low-pressure area?

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Clouds and precipitation are expected with a low-pressure area.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area.

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What are extreme weather events?

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Extreme weather events are severe or unusual weather conditions, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and heavy rainfall.

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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 and reaches the ground, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is a weather report?

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A weather report is a statement that provides information about the current and expected weather conditions.