Weather vs climate

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What is the definition of 'weather'?

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Weather refers to the day-to-day changes in the atmosphere, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is the definition of 'climate'?

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Climate is the long-term pattern of weather in a particular area, typically measured over many years.

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How does weather change over time?

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Weather changes quickly and can vary from hour to hour or day to day.

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How does climate change over time?

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Climate changes very slowly, often over decades or centuries.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a sunny day with a temperature of 75°F.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the average temperature of 30°F in winter in a specific region.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average of those conditions over a long period.

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What does high pressure weather indicate?

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High pressure weather typically indicates clear skies and calm weather.

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What does low pressure weather indicate?

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Low pressure weather often leads to cloudy skies and precipitation.

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What is an example of a climate zone?

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An example of a climate zone is a tropical rainforest, characterized by high rainfall and warm temperatures.