Weather, Climate, and Weather Instruments

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What is a barometer used for?

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A barometer is an instrument used to measure air pressure.

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What weather condition is indicated by increasing air pressure?

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Increasing air pressure typically indicates increasingly clear skies and dry weather.

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What causes the change in seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth on its axis is responsible for the changes in seasons.

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How do seasonal temperatures vary in North Carolina?

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The temperatures are varied during each of the different seasons.

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What is the relationship between latitude and seasonal weather patterns?

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Places at the same latitude have the same intensity of light.

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What does a change in air pressure indicate?

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Changes in air pressure can indicate changes in weather conditions.

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What instrument measures temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area.

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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.

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What role do ocean currents play in weather?

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Ocean currents can influence weather patterns and temperatures in coastal areas.

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