Climate and Weather

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What is a forecast?

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A forecast is a prediction or good guess about the future weather.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures temperature, which indicates how hot or cold something is.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is the measure of how hot or cold something is.

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the changes in weather conditions over a long period of time.

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the day-to-day variations of the atmosphere's condition.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere.

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What is high pressure in weather terms?

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High pressure refers to a weather system where the atmospheric pressure is higher than the surrounding areas, often leading to clear skies.

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What is low pressure in weather terms?

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Low pressure refers to a weather system where the atmospheric pressure is lower than the surrounding areas, often leading to cloudy and rainy conditions.

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What is a meteorologist?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies weather and climate.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the short-term state of the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns.