Climate and Weather

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What is the average weather pattern of a region over time?

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Climate

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Do areas closer to the equator receive more or less direct energy from the sun compared to areas farther from the equator?

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Front

What is the constant movement of ocean water called?

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Current

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What term describes specific local climate areas in the United States?

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Zones

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What is the distance north or south of the equator called?

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Latitude

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What is the term for the long-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area?

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Climate

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What do we call the changes in weather conditions over a short period?

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Weather

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What is the main factor that affects climate in different regions?

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Latitude

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What is the term for the boundary between two different air masses?

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What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

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Condensation