Science Weather and the Sky

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What is weather?

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Weather is the condition of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is a flood?

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A flood happens when water rises to cover areas that are usually dry.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a severe storm that forms over warm ocean water and has strong winds and heavy rain.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

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What causes severe weather?

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Severe weather is caused by changes in the atmosphere, such as temperature differences, moisture, and wind patterns.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air.

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a rain-bearing cloud that produces lightning and thunder.

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What is a drought?

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A drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to water shortages.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average weather over a long period.