Weather vs 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 is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a region over a long period, typically 30 years or more.

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What is weather?

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Weather is the day-to-day state of the atmosphere, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

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Barometer.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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Temperature.

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What is an anemometer used for?

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An anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

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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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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 the role of the sun in weather and climate?

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The sun provides the energy that drives weather patterns and influences climate by warming the Earth's surface.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of the atmospheric conditions for a specific area over a short period, usually a few days.