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The study of weather and weather forecasting is called as ______.

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metrology

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weatherology

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meteorology

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climatology

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Solution

The correct option is C
meteorology

The scientific study of weather and weather forecasting is called meteorology. It is derived from the Greek words metéōros meaning “lift up (in the sky)”and logia meaning “study of”. Thus it is a branch which studies atmospheric conditions.

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