Weather, Climate, Water Cycle

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What is weather?

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

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular region over a significant period, typically 30 years.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water turns into water vapor, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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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.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of those conditions.

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How do oceans affect weather patterns?

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Oceans influence weather patterns by storing heat and moisture, which can affect temperature and precipitation in nearby areas.