4th Grade - Weather

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time, typically 30 years or more.

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What do meteorologists do?

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Meteorologists study the atmosphere and use data to predict weather conditions.

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What instrument measures temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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What does a rain gauge measure?

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A rain gauge measures the amount of rainfall in a specific area.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary between a mass of cold air and a mass of warm air, often bringing precipitation.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary where warm air replaces cold air, usually resulting in gradual temperature increases and light rain.

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What is an anemometer used for?

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An anemometer is an instrument used to measure wind speed.

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What does high air pressure indicate?

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High air pressure usually indicates clear skies and fair weather.

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What does low air pressure indicate?

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Low air pressure often indicates stormy weather and precipitation.