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प्रश्न
How is the weather forecast made? Why is weather forecast necessary?
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उत्तर
Weather forecasting is the application of science and technology to predict the state of the atmosphere for a given location. Nowadays it is made with the help of data gathered from weather satellites and radar systems. Forecasts help to plan what to wear when to travel or which products to stock in supermarkets. It’s especially important for farmers, builders, sailors, or anyone else who works outdoors.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Write true or false. Correct the false statement.
Heavy rainfall occurs on the leeward or rain shadow side of highland.
Fill in the blank:
The amount of cloud cover in the sky is expressed in ________
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Temperature
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