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- 3. A violent disturbance of the atmosphere characterized by strong winds, rain, thunder, and lightning. Storms can cause damage and disruption in their path.
- 4. Frozen precipitation that falls from the sky in the form of white ice crystals. Snow is associated with winter and can be used for snowball fights and building snowmen.
- 5. A visible mass of condensed water vapor in the atmosphere. Clouds come in different shapes and can affect the weather, blocking or reflecting sunlight.
- 9. A measure of how hot or cold something is. Temperature can be measured using a thermometer and is often expressed in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
- 11. The bright light and warmth from the sun. Sunshine is associated with clear skies and can lift people's moods and provide vitamin D.
- 12. Circular arcs of colors that appear in the sky when sunlight is refracted, reflected, and dispersed by raindrops. Rainbows are often associated with beauty and good luck.
- 14. The loud sound that follows a flash of lightning during a thunderstorm. Thunder is caused by the rapid expansion and contraction of air surrounding the lightning bolt.
- 15. Water that falls from the sky in the form of droplets. Rain is essential for plants and is often accompanied by the sound of water hitting surfaces.
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- 1. The reproductive part of a plant that is usually colorful and fragrant. Flowers attract pollinators and are often given as gifts or used for decoration.
- 2. The season between summer and winter when the leaves on trees change color and fall. Autumn is also known as fall and is associated with harvest and cooler temperatures.
- 3. The warmest season of the year, characterized by longer days and higher temperatures. Summer is a popular time for vacations and outdoor activities.
- 6. The flat and usually green structures that grow from the branches of trees and plants. Leaves help plants make food through a process called photosynthesis.
- 7. A sandy or pebbly area by the seaside, often associated with relaxation and recreation. Beaches are popular destinations for swimming and sunbathing.
- 8. The coldest season of the year, characterized by shorter days and lower temperatures. Winter is a time when it snows in some regions and people engage in winter sports and activities.
- 10. The season between winter and summer when flowers bloom, and the weather becomes warmer. Spring is a time of growth and new beginnings.
- 13. The movement of air from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure. Wind can be gentle or strong and can make trees sway or fly kites.