Climate and Weather Terminology

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Climate

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The average condition of the atmosphere of an area over a long period of time, including temperature, precipitation, and seasonal changes.

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Weather

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The condition of the atmosphere at a particular time, including temperature, precipitation, and humidity for a particular day or week.

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Vegetation

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Plant life

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Hurricane

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A strong storm with swirling winds and heavy rainfall.

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Cyclone

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A storm with rotating winds, called a typhoon in the Eastern Hemisphere; a hurricane in other parts of the world.

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Tornado

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A storm with powerful winds that follows an unpredictable path.

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Raw Materials

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Unfinished or natural materials such as minerals, oil, or coal used to make finished products.

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Nonrenewable Resources

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Cannot reproduce quickly enough to keep up with its use.

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Renewable Resources

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A raw material or energy source that replaces itself over time.

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Habitat

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The natural environment of a living plant or animal.