Unit 3 Summative Weather and Climate

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What is a Rain Shadow?

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A Rain Shadow is a dry area on the leeward side of a mountain where less rain falls due to the mountain blocking the passage of rain-producing weather systems.

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What is Visibility in weather terms?

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Visibility is the measure of the transparency of the atmosphere, indicating how far one can see.

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True or False: The ocean plays a role in climate.

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False. The ocean significantly influences climate by regulating temperatures and weather patterns.

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What type of cloud appears feathery or wispy?

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Cirrus clouds are thin, wispy clouds that often indicate fair weather.

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What are weather conditions in an area over a long period of time called?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area.

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What is Weather?

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Weather is the short-term state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What are Cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds with a flat base, often associated with fair weather.

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What is the difference between Weather and Climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while Climate is the average of these conditions over a long period.

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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 are Jet Streams?

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Jet Streams are fast flowing, narrow air currents in the atmosphere that influence weather patterns.