Climate and Weather

Front

What is the difference between climate and weather?

Back

Climate refers to the average weather conditions over many years, while weather is the condition of the atmosphere in one place over a short period of time.

Front

Why do we check the weather in the morning?

Back

To decide what to wear for the day.

Front

What is the main factor that determines the climate of a region?

Back

Earth's position in relation to the sun.

Front

What is temperature?

Back

The measure of how hot or cold a place is.

Front

Why is it usually warmer during the day than at night?

Back

Because the side of the planet facing the sun is warmer.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?

Back

24 hours

Front

What causes the change in seasons?

Back

The combination of Earth's revolution and its tilted axis.

Front

When do people in the Northern Hemisphere experience summer?

Back

When the Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun and receiving the most direct sunlight.

Front

When do people in the Southern Hemisphere experience winter?

Back

When the Southern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun and receiving less direct sunlight.

Front

What is the measure of how hot or cold a place is?

Back

Temperature