Weather vs Climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a long period.

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What happens to water in a rain gauge if it does not rain for a week?

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The amount of rain water will decrease due to evaporation.

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Which statement describes climate?

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San Diego typically has warm weather and sunny skies in June.

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In the water cycle, what is the process of water changing from a liquid to a gas called?

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Evaporation.

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What is formed in the sky during the water cycle?

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Clouds.

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What does it mean when we say it is 'below freezing'?

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It means the temperature is below 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit), causing water to freeze.

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What is an example of weather?

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A thunderstorm causing flooding in Houston.

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What is an example of climate?

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A region that typically has cold winters and hot summers.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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Condensation is the process where 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 that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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