WHMS Weather & Water

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) caused by the movement of the fluid itself. An example is water boiling in a pot.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials. An example is a metal spoon getting hot when placed in a pot of boiling water.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves. An example is feeling warmth from the sun.

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What is extreme weather?

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Extreme weather refers to severe or unusual weather conditions, such as blizzards, tornadoes, and floods.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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What is an example of weather?

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An example of weather is fog, which can affect visibility and flight operations.

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What is an example of climate?

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An example of climate is the typical cold and snowy weather in December in certain regions.

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by strong sustained winds and low visibility due to falling or blowing snow.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, often causing destruction.

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What is flooding?

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Flooding is an overflow of water onto land that is normally dry, often caused by heavy rainfall or melting snow.