Weather and Climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate is the average weather conditions over a long period of time in a particular area.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average pattern for weather over a long period of time.

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What is weather?

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Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What does latitude affect in terms of weather?

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Latitude affects weather because the further north or south you go from the Equator, the less solar energy (heat) is received.

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a given point, influencing weather patterns.

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How do meteorologists predict weather?

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Meteorologists use data such as air pressure, temperature, humidity, and wind patterns to make weather predictions.

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What is the role of high and low pressure areas in weather?

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Air flows from high pressure areas to low pressure areas, which can influence wind patterns and weather conditions.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm.

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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, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect weather conditions.