Climate and Weather- flashcard

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, typically requiring heat.

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What happens to your skin when water evaporates?

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When water evaporates from your skin, it takes heat away, making you feel colder.

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What is solar radiation?

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Solar radiation is energy emitted by the sun, which heats surfaces like the ground and water.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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What type of air pressure is associated with stormy weather?

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Low air pressure is typically associated with stormy weather.

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What effect does a large body of water have on nearby land in summer?

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A large body of water usually causes cooler summers for the nearby land.

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What effect does a large body of water have on nearby land in winter?

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A large body of water usually causes warmer winters for the nearby land.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions at a specific time and place, while climate is the average weather over a longer period.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.