Climate and Weather Flashcard

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat, often from the sun.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain or snow, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, humidity, 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 area over a significant period, usually 30 years or more.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather describes short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate describes long-term patterns and averages.

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a given point, measured in units like mm Hg.

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What is wind speed?

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Wind speed is the rate at which air is moving, usually measured in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, usually from rain or melted snow, that moves over the ground and returns to bodies of water.