Weather & Climate

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What is wind?

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The circulation of particles within a material caused by differences in thermal energy and density.

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What is a downdraft?

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A rapidly moving current of cool air that flows downward in a thunderstorm.

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What does the term 'nighttime low' refer to?

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The lowest temperature expected during the night, which is a weather condition.

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What type of energy transfer occurs through contact of solid objects?

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Conduction.

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What is precipitation?

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

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.

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What is convection?

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature.

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What is radiation in terms of energy transfer?

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The transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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What is humidity?

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The amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A storm characterized by the presence of thunder and lightning, often accompanied by heavy rain.