Weather review

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What type of clouds are white, thin, and wispy?

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Cirrus clouds are white, thin, and wispy clouds that appear on nice days.

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What is the difference between climate and weather?

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Climate refers to the average weather conditions over a long period, while weather describes the current atmospheric conditions.

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What type of clouds are known as storm clouds?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are dark and gray storm clouds.

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What degree do we use to measure temperature in the United States?

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Fahrenheit is the degree used to measure temperature in the United States.

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What type of clouds are low gray clouds that cover the sky?

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Stratus clouds are low gray clouds that cover the sky.

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What is the main factor that determines weather?

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Temperature, humidity, and air pressure are the main factors that determine weather.

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What do we call the water that falls from clouds?

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Precipitation is the term for water that falls from clouds, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the near future.

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What instrument do we use to measure wind speed?

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A anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

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What type of cloud is fluffy and white, often seen on sunny days?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy and white, often seen on sunny days.