Weather Forecasting

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What is the purpose of the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)?

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To protect life, property, and the national economy through weather forecasting.

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What three systems are in the supercomputers used for weather forecasting?

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Primary, research/development, and backup.

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What does the term 'sweltering' mean?

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Uncomfortably hot.

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What are scientific tools used for weather forecasting called?

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Instruments.

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Why are there still errors in weather forecast models?

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Satellites are not exact for areas smaller than a few miles.

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What is a weather front?

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A boundary separating two masses of air of different densities.

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What is the role of satellites in weather forecasting?

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To collect data about the atmosphere and weather patterns.

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What is a meteorologist?

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A scientist who studies weather and climate.

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What is the significance of weather models?

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They simulate the atmosphere to predict future weather conditions.

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What does 'precipitation' refer to in weather terms?

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Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere, such as rain or snow.