Unit 5: Weather and Climate

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What are the two main types of clouds?

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Cirrus clouds and cumulus clouds.

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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 refers to long-term patterns.

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What do stratus clouds look like?

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Stratus clouds are flat, gray clouds that often cover the entire sky.

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What is an example of weather?

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A sunny day with a temperature of 75°F.

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What is an example of climate?

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The average temperature of a region over 30 years.

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How do you measure temperature?

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Using a thermometer.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is humidity?

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The amount of water vapor in the air.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A prediction of what the weather will be like in the near future.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Fluffy, white clouds that often indicate fair weather.