Weather and Climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a significant period.

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What are the two main factors that determine the climate of an area?

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Temperature and precipitation.

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What is a tropical climate characterized by?

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A tropical climate is characterized by generally warm temperatures throughout the year and high levels of precipitation.

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Why is it important to collect data over a long period when studying climate?

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Collecting data over a long period helps to identify trends and patterns in climate, rather than making conclusions based on short-term observations.

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What does precipitation include?

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Precipitation includes all forms of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, and hail, that fall from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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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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How does air pressure affect weather?

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Air pressure influences weather patterns; high pressure generally leads to clear skies and calm weather, while low pressure can lead to clouds and precipitation.

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What is the role of wind in weather?

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Wind helps to distribute heat and moisture around the Earth, influencing weather patterns and climate.

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What type of data did Eliana use to conclude her area's climate?

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Eliana used temperature data recorded at a specific time of day over a week.

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What is an example of a weather observation?

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An example of a weather observation is noting that it rained on a specific day.