Weather and Climate

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What is Weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is Climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a significant period, typically 30 years or more.

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What does it mean if a place has a hot climate?

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It means that the area experiences high temperatures consistently over a long period, especially during summer.

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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 is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the fact that the Sahara Desert has a hot and dry climate.

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What is precipitation?

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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 is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect how hot or cold it feels.

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What does it mean if a region has a temperate climate?

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A temperate climate means the region experiences moderate temperatures and distinct seasons, including warm summers and cold winters.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the near future, based on meteorological data.

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What is a climate zone?

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A climate zone is a region of the Earth that has similar climate characteristics, such as temperature and precipitation patterns.