Weather Review

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time, typically 30 years or more.

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What unit is used to measure temperature in Celsius?

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Degrees Celsius (°C) is the unit used to measure temperature in the Celsius scale.

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What does high air pressure indicate about the weather?

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High air pressure usually indicates clear skies and calm weather.

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What does low air pressure indicate about the weather?

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Low air pressure is often associated with stormy weather and strong winds.

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What is the order of events during a thunderstorm?

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The typical order of events during a thunderstorm is: rain – lightning – thunder.

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How do meteorologists measure rainfall?

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Meteorologists use a rain gauge to measure the amount of rainfall.

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What is a rain gauge?

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A rain gauge is a device used to collect and measure the amount of liquid precipitation over a set period.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather describes short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate describes long-term average conditions.

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What is a severe thunderstorm?

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A severe thunderstorm is a storm that produces strong winds, heavy rain, hail, and sometimes tornadoes.

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