Weather

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a particular point on Earth.

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What causes air pressure to change?

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Air pressure changes due to temperature and wind.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the day-to-day state of the atmosphere in a specific area, while climate is the average weather conditions over a long period of time.

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What type of weather is associated with high air pressure?

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High air pressure is usually associated with clear skies and light winds.

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What instrument is used to measure air temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure air temperature.

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What does a barometer measure?

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A barometer measures air pressure.

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What is an anemometer used for?

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An anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere and reaches the ground, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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How does temperature affect weather?

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Temperature affects weather by influencing air pressure and the movement of air masses, which can lead to different weather conditions.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.