weather and climate test review

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Define Climate?

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Weather averaged over a long period of time.

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What type of clouds are flat sheets of gray that cover the lower sky and often bring rain?

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Stratus clouds.

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What is the definition of climate?

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A pattern of weather over a long period of time.

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A scientist who studies weather is called a _______

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Meteorologist.

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The pattern of weather in one place over many years is called _________________.

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Climate.

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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 are Cumulus clouds?

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Fluffy, white clouds that usually indicate fair weather.

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What is the role of a meteorologist?

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To study and forecast weather conditions.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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Define humidity.

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The amount of water vapor present in the air.