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Question
Complete the statement using the given options and justify the statements.
A description of the climatic conditions of short duration in a particular area is ______.
Options
Geographic favourability
Climate
Weather
Observatory
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Solution
A description of the climatic conditions of a short duration in a particular area is the weather.
Explanation:
The short-term climatic condition of the atmosphere means the weather at that time and place.
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