MGH Chapter 8 Test Review

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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What is weather?

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Weather describes the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, such as temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes into tiny water droplets, forming clouds.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water changes into water vapor (gas) due to heat.

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What are the three states of water?

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The three states of water are solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (water vapor).

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns of weather in a region.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, which is a key part of the water cycle.

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What does it mean when we say water is in a 'gas' state?

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When water is in a gas state, it is called water vapor, which is invisible and can be found in the air.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.