Practice Questions Climate and Weather

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Why is there more heat near the equator than at the poles?

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The Sun’s rays hit the equator directly and spread less.

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Which climate zone is found near the equator?

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Tropical

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What role do volcanic eruptions play in climate change?

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They release greenhouse gases that trap heat in the atmosphere.

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Which gases are considered greenhouse gases?

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Carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.

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How do human activities affect the greenhouse effect?

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Humans increase the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area.

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What is weather?

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Weather describes the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases trap heat in the atmosphere, keeping the Earth warm.

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What are the main sources of greenhouse gases?

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Main sources include fossil fuel combustion, deforestation, and industrial processes.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term and variable; climate is long-term and consistent.