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Weather
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Weather | The day to day condition of the atmosphere. |
| Data | information collected |
| Data Collection | the gathering of information |
| Meteorologist | A scientist who studies the weather. |
| Weather Instrument | A tool used to measure the weather. |
| Cirrus Clouds | Wispy and white clouds at high altitude. |
| Stratus Clouds | Gray clouds that cause mist or light rain. |
| Cumulus Clouds | Puffy white clouds. |
| Nimbostratus Clouds | These clouds bring rain. |
| Cumulonimbus Clouds | Anvil shaped clouds that cause heavy rain and thunderstorms. |
| Air Pressure | The weight of air pressing against Earth. |
| Low Pressure | This system brings precipitation, warmer temperatures and moist air. |
| High Pressure | This system brings cool, dry air. |
| Temperature | how hot or cold it is |
| Humidity | The amount of moisture in the air. |