Weather and Climate Review Flashcard

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What is the climate that is hot all year and near the equator?

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Tropical climate is hot all year and found near the equator.

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What does a hygrometer measure?

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A hygrometer measures humidity, which is the amount of moisture in the air.

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What does a wind vane measure?

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A wind vane measures wind direction, showing where the wind is coming from.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures temperature, indicating how hot or cold something is.

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What is the term for weather over a long period of time?

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Climate refers to the average weather conditions in a specific area over a long period.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the short-term state of the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term average of weather.

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What instrument is used to measure rainfall?

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A rain gauge is used to measure the amount of rainfall.

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What does an anemometer measure?

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An anemometer measures wind speed.

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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 forecast?

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A forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the near future.