Weather and Climate Terminology

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Weather

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The state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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Climate

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The average weather conditions in a region over a long period.

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Atmosphere

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The layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for life and weather.

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Air pressure

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The force exerted by the weight of air in the atmosphere.

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Latitude

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The distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees.

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Albedo

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The measure of how much light or radiation is reflected by a surface.

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Greenhouse gas

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Gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, such as carbon dioxide and methane.

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Altitude

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The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level.

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Humidity

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The amount of water vapor present in the air.

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Coriolis effect

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The deflection of moving objects caused by Earth's rotation, affecting wind and ocean currents.