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climate
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the average weather pattern of a particular place over a long period of time.
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convection current
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a circular movement of air or water molecules due to unequal heating.
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El Nino
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an increase in temperature of the Pacific Ocean, near the equator that leads to climate changes around the world.
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Front
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the boundary between two different air masses with different temperatures.
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High Pressure System
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the pressure is high when air slowly descends and atmospheric pressure is greater than the surrounding areas.
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Hurricane
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a hurricane is a large rotating storm that forms over tropical waters with wind speeds of at least 75 to 200 mph
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Low Pressure System
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the pressure is low when air rises and atmospheric pressure is less than the surrounding areas.
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Weather
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the condition of the atmosphere at a particular time and place.
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