Weather 6 (Weather Currents)

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular region over an extended period, typically 30 years.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary where a warm air mass replaces a cold air mass, often leading to cloudy skies and precipitation.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass pushes into a warm air mass, usually resulting in thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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What is the jet stream?

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The jet stream is a fast-flowing air current in the atmosphere that influences weather patterns and the movement of weather systems.

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How does the jet stream affect weather?

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The location and speed of the jet stream can determine the path of weather systems, influencing whether an area experiences storms or clear skies.

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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, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect temperature and precipitation.

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What is a weather map?

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A weather map is a visual representation of weather conditions in a specific area, showing information like temperature, precipitation, and wind direction.

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a rain-bearing cloud that produces lightning and thunder, often accompanied by heavy rain, strong winds, and sometimes hail.