Weather vs Climate

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What is the definition of Weather?

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

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What is the definition of Climate?

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

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How does Weather change?

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Weather can change from day to day or even hour to hour, influenced by various atmospheric conditions.

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How does Climate change?

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Climate changes slowly over time due to factors like geographical location, ocean currents, and human activities.

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What is an example of Weather?

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An example of weather is a sunny day with a temperature of 25°C.

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What is an example of Climate?

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An example of climate is a region that has an average temperature of 15°C and experiences four distinct seasons.

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What does it mean when we say 'Houston is hot and humid in the summer'?

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This statement describes the climate of Houston, indicating typical weather patterns during the summer months.

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What does it mean when we say 'Currently the sky is partly cloudy'?

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This statement describes the current weather conditions at a specific time.

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What is the difference between Weather and Climate?

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Weather is short-term and can change quickly, while climate is long-term and represents average conditions over time.

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What factors influence Weather?

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Factors that influence weather include temperature, humidity, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure.

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