Weather

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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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 to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is, usually measured in degrees Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, often expressed as a percentage.

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What are the main types of precipitation?

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The main types of precipitation are rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is wind?

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Wind is the movement of air from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the future, based on meteorological data.

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is an instrument used to measure temperature.

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What is a rain gauge?

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A rain gauge is a device used to measure the amount of rainfall over a specific period.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water evaporates from the Earth's surface, forms clouds, and returns as precipitation.