taking earths temperature

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What determines the kinetic energy of objects?

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The kinetic energy of objects is determined by how fast they are moving.

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What is the main source of energy for the Earth?

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The main source of energy for the Earth is the sun.

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Where is the ozone layer located?

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The ozone layer is located in the stratosphere.

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What does a rain gauge measure?

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A rain gauge measures how much rain falls.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures the temperature of air and water.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

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What is the role of the sun in Earth's temperature?

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The sun provides the energy that warms the Earth and drives weather patterns.

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What is the stratosphere?

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The stratosphere is the second layer of Earth's atmosphere, located above the troposphere and below the mesosphere.

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What is the purpose of a thermometer?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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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.

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