The Atmosphere - Chapter 1: Weather and Climate Flashcards
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The science of the atmosphere and the weather
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Meteorology
2
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A word used to denote the state of atmosphere at a particular place for a short period of time
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Weather
3
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An agregate or composite of weather
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Climate
4
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Name the elements of weather and climate
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air temperature, humidity, type and amount of cloudiness, type and amount of precipitation, air pressure, speed and direction of the wind
