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It is the condition of the atmosphere at a specific place and time.
Weather
it is the degrees of hotness or coldness of a place.
Temperature
It is the movement of air in the atmosphere.
WIND
It is the force caused by the weight of air in the Earth’s surface.
AIR PRESSURE
It is the amount of water vapour in the air.
Humidity
It is the water falling from the atmosphere, in the forms of rain, snow or hail.
Precipitation
Scientists who study the weather and make predictions about what the weather will be like.
Meteorologist
Are used to measure the temperature of the air.
Thermometer
measure air pressure, which can help predict changes in the weather.
Barometer
Are used to measure wind speed.
Anometer
Capture images and gather data about the atmospheric conditions.
Weather Satellites
Refers as the general pattern of weather in a certain area over a long period of time.
CLIMATE
It is the distance (in degrees) to the North and South from the EQUATOR.
Latitude
It is an imaginary line that is parallel to the equator.
Latitude
Found near the equator, these regions have warm temperatures throughout the year and high humidity.
TROPICAL CLIMATE
These regions have distinct seasons, including warm summers and cool winters.
Temperate Climate
Near the Earth's poles, these regions are very cold and experience long, harsh winters with little daylight.
Polar Climate
are hot and dry regions with very little rainfall. They have extreme temperature ranges, with scorching hot days and cool nights.
DRY/DESSERT CLIMATE
It is the height above sea level.
Altitude
The air temperature
decreases
as the altitude
increases.
This term refers to the direction from which the wind is blowing, or "upwind".
WINDWARD
This term refers to the direction towards which the wind is blowing, or "downwind".
LEEWARD