Weather and Climate Flashcard

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What does an anemometer measure?

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Wind speed

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What is the definition of 'Weather'?

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Conditions of the atmosphere at a certain time and place

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What does 'Climate' refer to?

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The average weather conditions in an area over a long period of time

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What does 'Temperature' measure?

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How hot or cold the air is

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What is a 'Thermometer' used for?

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An instrument for measuring temperatures

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What is 'Humidity'?

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The amount of water vapor in the air

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What instrument measures air pressure?

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Barometer

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from clouds, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail

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What is a 'Rain Gauge'?

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An instrument used to measure the amount of rainfall

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What does a 'Wind Vane' do?

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It shows the direction the wind is blowing from