Weather or Climate

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area.

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What does it mean when we say it is 85 degrees outside?

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This describes the current weather condition, indicating the temperature at that specific time.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is saying that Texas has long, hot summers.

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What does 'precipitation' mean?

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Precipitation refers to any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is the average annual precipitation in Laredo, Texas?

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The average annual precipitation in Laredo is 583 mm.

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What are the three main climate zones?

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The three main climate zones are polar, temperate, and tropical.

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What does a 15 mile per hour wind from the north indicate?

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This describes the current weather condition, specifically the speed and direction of the wind.

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How does climate affect the types of plants that grow in an area?

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Climate influences the temperature, precipitation, and seasonal changes, which determine the types of plants that can thrive in that environment.

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the near future, based on meteorological data.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect weather conditions.