Weather and Climate Review

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What is the difference between WEATHER and CLIMATE?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a long period.

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How does high humidity affect how the air feels?

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High humidity makes the air feel warm and wet, as it indicates a high amount of water vapor in the air.

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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 sky.

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What does a Cold Front symbol look like?

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A Cold Front is typically represented by a blue line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front.

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In which city is it most likely raining: St. Louis, Seattle, Orlando, or Portland?

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It is most likely raining in Orlando, Florida.

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What is HUMIDITY?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is a Warm Front?

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A Warm Front is where warm air moves over cold air, often bringing light rain and warmer temperatures.

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What does the term 'atmospheric pressure' mean?

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Atmospheric pressure is the weight of the air above us, which can affect weather patterns.

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What is a Stationary Front?

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A Stationary Front occurs when two air masses meet but neither is strong enough to replace the other, often leading to prolonged cloudy and rainy weather.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.