Weather, Climate, and Weather Instruments

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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 instrument measures air pressure?

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A barometer measures air pressure.

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What does a hygrometer measure?

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A hygrometer measures the humidity or moisture content in the air.

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What are the two main factors needed to measure wind?

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The two main factors needed to measure wind are direction and speed.

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What is the primary factor that affects the temperature of a region?

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The amount of sunlight a region receives has the greatest effect on its temperature.

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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 a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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What is the role of clouds in weather?

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Clouds play a crucial role in weather by influencing temperature, precipitation, and storm patterns.

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What is wind?

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