Weather E.5.7.3, 7.4, 7.5

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What is the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, located at 0° latitude.

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What is latitude?

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Latitude is the measurement of how far north or south a place is from the equator, expressed in degrees.

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What is the climate like in temperate regions?

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Temperate regions experience warm summers and cold winters.

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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, including rain, sleet, and snow.

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What is the difference between sleet and hail?

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Sleet is smaller than hail and usually falls in winter, while hail is larger and typically falls in summer.

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What factors can affect local climate?

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Local climate can be affected by features such as mountains, bodies of water, and prevailing winds.

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What are prevailing winds?

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Prevailing winds are winds that blow predominantly from a single general direction over a particular point on the Earth's surface.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, including evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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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 weather front?

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