4.8A Weather

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions in a specific area at a specific time, including temperature, precipitation, wind, and humidity.

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What instrument is used to measure temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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What does a rain gauge measure?

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A rain gauge measures the amount of precipitation that falls in a specific area.

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What is cloud cover?

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Cloud cover refers to the fraction of the sky covered by clouds, which can affect temperature and weather conditions.

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What is a wind vane used for?

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A wind vane is used to show the direction of the wind.

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What is the role of a meteorologist?

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Meteorologists study weather patterns and make forecasts about upcoming weather.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is the relationship between temperature and cloud cover?

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Generally, as cloud cover increases, the temperature may decrease because clouds can block sunlight.

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What is a weather front?

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A weather front is a boundary between two different air masses, which can lead to changes in weather.

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What does a barometer measure?

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A barometer measures atmospheric pressure, which can help predict weather changes.