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Weather vs climate
Weather vs Erosion
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Weather | Day-to-day variation of the atmosphere's condition locally. |
| Climate | The variations of weather conditions over long periods of time. |
| Meteorologist | A scientist that studies the atmosphere in order to understand and predict the weather. |
| Rain Gauge | A device used to measure the amount of rainfall over a period of time. |
| Thermometer | A device that measures air temperature. |
| Anemometer | A device that measures how fast the wind is blowing. |
| Barometer | A device that measures air pressure. |
| Air Pressure | The atmosphere that surrounds Earth has weight and pushes down on anything below it. The weight of air above a given area on Earth's surface is called atmospheric pressure or air pressure. |
| Wind Vane | A device used to show the direction the wind is blowing. |
| Atmosphere | The gases that surround a planet. |