Weather vs. Climate

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What does an 'H' on a weather map indicate?

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High pressure is indicated by an 'H' on a weather map.

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What is the year-by-year variation of the atmosphere’s condition over a large area called?

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Climate is the year-by-year variation of the atmosphere’s condition over a large area.

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What is the tool called that measures how warm or cold the air is outside?

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A thermometer measures how warm or cold the air is outside.

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What is the local, day-by-day variation in the atmosphere's condition called?

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Weather is the local, day-by-day variation in the atmosphere's condition.

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What does the gauge that Izzy is holding collect?

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The gauge collects precipitation.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is a barometer used for?

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A barometer is used to measure air pressure.

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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 humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns.