Weather flashcard

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What is the POLAR region?

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The POLAR region is cold.

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What does a meteorologist do?

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A meteorologist is a scientist who studies and predicts the weather.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the pattern of weather in a place over many years.

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is a tool used to measure the temperature.

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What temperature does a thermometer show if it reads 70?

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The thermometer shows a temperature of 70 degrees.

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What is weather?

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Weather is the day-to-day state of the atmosphere, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is precipitation?

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

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What is a forecast?

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

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of tiny water droplets or ice crystals that are suspended in the air.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean waters.