Climate and Weather Practice

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How do mountains affect climate?

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They create rain shadows.

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What happens to the climate as you move farther away from the Equator?

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It gets colder.

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What is weather?

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The daily condition of the air in a certain place and time.

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Which of the following is a factor affecting climate?

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Latitude.

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How long is the period over which climate is measured?

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At least 30 years.

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What is climate?

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The average weather conditions in a place over a long period of time.

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What is a rain shadow?

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A dry area on the leeward side of a mountain that receives less rain.

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How does latitude affect climate?

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Areas closer to the equator are generally warmer than those farther away.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions; climate is long-term averages.

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What role do oceans play in climate?

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Oceans store and distribute heat, affecting nearby land climates.