Weather and Climate Terminology

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Atmosphere

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The layer of gases surrounding the Earth.

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Weather

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The state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time.

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Temperature

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how hot or cold something is

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Thermometer

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weather tool for measuring temperature.

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Clouds

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Visible masses of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere.

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Humidity

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The amount of water vapor present in the air.

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Hygrometer

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weather tool for measuring the humidity of the air.

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Evaporation

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when water gains heat energy from the sun and becomes water vapor in the air

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Condensation

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when water vapor in the air cools down and becomes liquid water

Ex: clouds, dew on the grass, water on mirror after shower

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Precipitation

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Any form of water - liquid or solid - falling from the sky.