Weather vs Climate

Weather vs Climate

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

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.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is climate?

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is weather?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

Back

Barometer.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a thermometer measure?

Back

Temperature.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an anemometer used for?

Back

An anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

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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