Weather versus Climate

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the condition of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term pattern of weather in a particular area, typically averaged over a period of 30 years or more.

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Give an example of weather.

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An example of weather is a sunny day or a rainy afternoon.

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Give an example of climate.

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An example of climate is the tropical climate of the Amazon rainforest, characterized by high temperatures and heavy rainfall throughout the year.

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How does weather differ from climate?

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Weather is short-term and can change from day to day, while climate is long-term and represents average conditions over many years.

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What factors influence weather?

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Factors that influence weather include temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind speed, and precipitation.

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What is an example of a climate zone?

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An example of a climate zone is the polar climate zone, which is characterized by cold temperatures and ice.

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What does it mean when we say 'it's hot today'?

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This statement refers to the current weather conditions, indicating high temperatures for that specific day.

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What does it mean when we say 'the climate is changing'?

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This refers to long-term changes in average weather patterns, often due to global warming and human activities.

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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.