Understanding Weather and Climate

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What are the types of weather?

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Sunny, cloudy, rainy, snowy, windy, foggy, and stormy

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Name three weather instruments and their uses.

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Thermometer, Barometer, Anemometer

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How does the sun affect the climate?

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The sun affects the climate by providing the energy that drives Earth's climate system.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term, while climate is long-term.

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What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis relative to its orbit around the Sun.

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What is the primary function of a barometer?

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To measure atmospheric pressure

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What is the main cause of ocean tides?

Back

The gravitational pull of the Moon

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Which gas is most responsible for the greenhouse effect on Earth?

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Carbon Dioxide

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What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's climate system?

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The Sun

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How do clouds form in the Earth's atmosphere?

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By the condensation of water vapor