Seasons and Climate Study Flashcard

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What does 'Meterology' mean?

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The scientific study of weather.

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What is the definition of 'Weather'?

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The condition of the air/atmosphere around the Earth. Changes frequently and varies from location to location.

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What is 'Climate'?

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The pattern of weather that occurs over long periods of time.

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'Axis'

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An imaginary line through the middle of an object.

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'Rotate'

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When an object spins.

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What is the definition of 'Atmosphere'?

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All of the protective layers of gases surrounding the Earth.

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What are types of 'Renewable Energy'? Wind, Solar, Water and Geothermal Power.,    Coal, Oil, and Gas.

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Wind, Solar, Water and Geothermal Power.

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Does renewable energy ever go away and cause a lot of pollution?

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No, it never goes away. It does not cause a lot of pollution.

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What are types of 'Nonrenewable Energy'? Options: Water, Solar, Wind, and Geothermal power, Coal, Oil, and Gas

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Coal, Oil, and Gas

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Does nonrenewable energy ever go away and cause a lot of pollution?

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Yes, it goes away. It causes a lot of pollution.