Weather vs Climate

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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 is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What type of weather is typically associated with low air pressure?

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Cloudy with precipitation.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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How does water move from Earth's surface to the atmosphere in the water cycle?

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The sun heats ocean water, causing it to evaporate into water vapor.

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What happens to rainwater in a rain gauge if it does not rain again?

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The amount of rainwater will decrease due to evaporation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is a weather front?

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A weather front is a boundary between two different air masses, which can lead to changes in weather.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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