Weather and Climate

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What is climate?

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The long-term average of weather in an area.

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What is weather?

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Day-to-day changes in atmospheric conditions, including temperature, air pressure, humidity, wind, cloud coverage, or precipitation.

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What is humidity?

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Moisture in the air.

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What is a cold front?

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A boundary where colder air moves in, often bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, or snow.

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What does tropical refer to in climate?

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A warm, moist climate zone near the equator.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from clouds and reaches Earth's surface.

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What is air pressure?

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The pressure caused by the weight of a column of air pushing down on an area.

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What is a warm front?

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A boundary where warm air moves in, often bringing light rain and warmer temperatures.

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What is a weather system?

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A large area of the atmosphere with similar weather conditions.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.