Weather and Climate Terminology

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Air Mass

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A large body of air with generally uniform temperature and humidity.

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Altitude

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The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level.

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Atmosphere

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Gases surrounding the earth.

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Blizzard

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A severe snowstorm with high winds and low visibility.

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Climate

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The long-term average of weather conditions in a region.

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Cold Front

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The boundary where a cold air mass moves in and replaces warmer air.

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Condensation

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Water that collects as droplets on a cold surface when humid air is in contact with it.

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Conduction

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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Dew Point

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The temperature at which the air becomes saturated with water vapor, meaning it can hold no more moisture, and condensation will start to form.

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Gas

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A state of matter characterized by having no fixed shape or volume, where particles are far apart and move freely.