Temperature

Temperature is the degree of heat in the air at a specific time and place. It depends on factors such as sunlight, latitude, and altitude. Various records are relevant, including averages (absolute, minimum, and maximum) as well as extreme values (minimum and maximum), whether daily, monthly, or annually. It is measured in degrees Celsius using a thermometer.

Source: Glossary of Terms. National Geographic Institute
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