Weather

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, including rain, snow, and sleet.

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What does a rain gauge measure?

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A rain gauge measures precipitation.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to daily atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average weather over a long period.

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How is temperature measured?

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Temperature is measured in degrees.

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Who studies and reports weather conditions?

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A scientist that measures and reports weather conditions is called a meteorologist.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What are the main components of weather?

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The main components of weather include temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air.

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What instrument measures wind speed?

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An anemometer measures wind speed.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the future.

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.