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What is the main reason for the change in seasons on Earth?
Which tool is used to measure air pressure in weather forecasting?
What is the purpose of a short-term weather forecast?
What should you do during a natural disaster?
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What type of graph is used to show the changes in temperature or precipitation over time?
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What is the characteristic of spring season?
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What is the type of natural disaster characterized by strong winds and heavy rain near the ocean?
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What is the purpose of creating a graph in weather and climate?
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Study Notes
Seasonal Changes
- What causes seasons?: Earth's tilt on its axis (23.5°) as it rotates around the Sun
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Characteristics of each season:
- Spring: Warmth increases, days get longer, plants bloom
- Summer: Warmest season, longest days, school vacation
- Autumn (Fall): Cooling down, days get shorter, leaves change color
- Winter: Coldest season, shortest days, snow and ice
Weather Forecasting
- What is weather forecasting?: Predicting what the weather will be like in the future
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Tools used in weather forecasting:
- Thermometer: Measures temperature
- Barometer: Measures air pressure
- Hygrometer: Measures humidity
- Anemometer: Measures wind speed and direction
- Radar and satellites: Track weather patterns and storms
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Types of weather forecasts:
- Short-term: Predicts weather for the next few days
- Long-term: Predicts weather for the next week or month
Natural Disasters
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Types of natural disasters related to weather and climate:
- Hurricanes: Strong winds and heavy rain near the ocean
- Tornadoes: Rotating columns of air that touch the ground
- Blizzards: Heavy snow and strong winds
- Droughts: Prolonged periods of little to no rain
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How to stay safe during natural disasters:
- Listen to weather forecasts and warnings
- Have a emergency kit with food, water, and first aid supplies
- Evacuate or seek shelter when necessary
- Stay informed and follow instructions from authorities
Graphing
- What is graphing?: Visual representation of data to show patterns and trends
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Types of graphs used in weather and climate:
- Line graphs: Show changes in temperature or precipitation over time
- Bar graphs: Compare temperatures or precipitation amounts between different locations or times
- Picture graphs: Use images to show data, such as a picture of a sun for a sunny day
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How to read and create a graph:
- Identify the title, labels, and units
- Understand the axis (x and y)
- Look for patterns and trends in the data
- Use clear labels and units when creating a graph
Seasonal Changes
- Earth's tilt on its axis (23.5°) causes seasons as it rotates around the Sun
- Spring: warmth increases, days get longer, and plants bloom
- Summer: warmest season, longest days, and school vacation
- Autumn (Fall): cooling down, days get shorter, and leaves change color
- Winter: coldest season, shortest days, and snow and ice
Weather Forecasting
- Weather forecasting predicts what the weather will be like in the future
- Thermometer measures temperature
- Barometer measures air pressure
- Hygrometer measures humidity
- Anemometer measures wind speed and direction
- Radar and satellites track weather patterns and storms
- Short-term forecasts predict weather for the next few days
- Long-term forecasts predict weather for the next week or month
Natural Disasters
- Hurricanes have strong winds and heavy rain near the ocean
- Tornadoes are rotating columns of air that touch the ground
- Blizzards have heavy snow and strong winds
- Droughts are prolonged periods of little to no rain
- Listen to weather forecasts and warnings to stay safe during natural disasters
- Have a emergency kit with food, water, and first aid supplies
- Evacuate or seek shelter when necessary
- Stay informed and follow instructions from authorities
Graphing
- Graphing is a visual representation of data to show patterns and trends
- Line graphs show changes in temperature or precipitation over time
- Bar graphs compare temperatures or precipitation amounts between different locations or times
- Picture graphs use images to show data, such as a picture of a sun for a sunny day
- Identify the title, labels, and units when reading a graph
- Understand the axis (x and y) when reading a graph
- Look for patterns and trends in the data when reading a graph
- Use clear labels and units when creating a graph
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Learn about the causes of seasonal changes and characteristics of each season. Also, discover the basics of weather forecasting and how it works.