Climate

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a place over a long period of time.

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What does 'polar climate' mean?

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Polar climate is a type of climate that is very cold and found near the North and South Poles.

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What is a tropical climate?

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A tropical climate is warm and humid, typically found near the equator.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the day-to-day state of the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term average of weather.

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What are warm and cool currents?

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Warm and cool currents are movements of water in the ocean that can affect the climate of nearby land.

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What happens to temperature as you move closer to the equator?

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The temperature generally gets warmer as you move closer to the equator.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large storm with strong winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What is the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, located at 0 degrees latitude.

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What is a temperate climate?

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A temperate climate has moderate temperatures and distinct seasons, such as summer and winter.

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What are the main factors that influence climate?

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The main factors include latitude, altitude, proximity to oceans, and prevailing winds.