Weather VS. Climate

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a specific area over a long period, usually years.

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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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How long does climate data typically cover?

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Climate data typically covers many years.

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What describes the current condition of the atmosphere?

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Weather describes the current condition of the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term and can change quickly, while climate is long-term and stable.

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What does a sunny climate indicate?

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A sunny climate indicates that the area experiences sunny weather over a long period.

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What are the main components of weather?

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The main components of weather include temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and atmospheric pressure.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the hot, dry summers and mild winters in Texas.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is a rainy day or a sunny afternoon.

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What does precipitation mean?

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Precipitation refers to any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere.

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