Earths Atmosphere

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What are the elements of weather that are measured to predict weather?

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Air temperature, air pressure, wind, precipitation, and atmospheric humidity.

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What is the term for the condition of the atmosphere and its phenomena in a certain place at a specific time?

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Weather.

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What are the spheres of the Earth system?

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The atmosphere, geosphere, biosphere, and hydrosphere.

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How would you describe the Earth system?

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A large and complex system with many elements, parts, and processes.

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What source of energy is needed for changes and interactions among Earth's spheres?

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The sun.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average conditions.

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What role does the atmosphere play in the Earth system?

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The atmosphere provides the air we breathe, regulates temperature, and is involved in weather and climate processes.

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What is atmospheric humidity?

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The amount of water vapor present in the air.

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How does air pressure affect weather?

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Changes in air pressure can indicate weather changes; low pressure often leads to stormy weather, while high pressure usually brings clear skies.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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