Weather and Climate Vocabulary

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What is a drought?

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A drought is a long period of time when there is not enough rain.

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What do you call a scientist who studies weather?

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A scientist who studies weather is called a meteorologist.

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Where do you find the warmest climates on Earth?

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The warmest climates are found near the equator.

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What should you do if there is a tornado warning?

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You should go to a basement or a room inside your home with no windows.

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm with strong winds and low visibility.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a place over a long period of time.

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What is weather?

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Weather is the day-to-day state of the atmosphere, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.