Weather and Climate Flashcards
1
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Weather
A
the daily state of the atmosphere, or air, in any given place (happening right now).
2
Q
Climate
A
is the average of weather conditions in an area over a long period.
3
Q
Air temperate
A
a measure of how hot or cold the air is. Measured by a thermometer.
4
Q
Humidity
A
the amount of water vapor in the air. A hygrometer is a tool used to measure
the amount of humidity and water vapor in the air.
5
Q
Wind speed
A
the speed of wind is measured in miles per hour or kilometers per hour.
An anemometer is a tool used to measure the speed of the wind.
6
Q
Air pressure
A
the weight of the atmosphere pressing down on Earth. A barometer is a tool used
to measure air pressure.
