Weather vs. 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 is the average weather conditions in a region over a long period of time.

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What does precipitation mean?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What instrument is used to measure wind speed?

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An anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

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What is a drought?

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A drought is a long period of time with little to no rainfall, leading to water shortages.

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What do meteorologists use to make weather forecasts?

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Meteorologists use weather station data, information from satellites, and work with other meteorologists to make weather forecasts.

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Can the weather change from day to day?

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Yes, the daily weather can vary, even in the same season.

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What is climate change?

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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, often caused by human activities.

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What is an example of a weather condition?

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An example of a weather condition is a sunny day, a rainy day, or a snowstorm.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures temperature.

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What is humidity?

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