Aviation Meteorology Quiz #1

What is meteorology?

• The study of meteors from space

• The science that studies the atmosphere and its physical processes

• The science of weather instruments

• The study of climate changes over time

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Which of the following is a hydrometeor?

• Lightning

• Smoke

• Rainbow

• Fog

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What distinguishes weather from climate?

• Weather is long-term; climate is short-term

• Weather is constant; climate changes daily

• Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions; climate is long-term average conditions

• There is no difference

What factor significantly affects a region's climate?

• Latitude

• The number of cities

• Daily temperature

• Population

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What is the focus of climatology?

• Studying short-term weather conditions

• Studying long-term weather patterns and trends

• Measuring rainfall

• Predicting daily weather

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What is the 'weather engine' of the planet?

• The Moon

• Earth's core

• The Sun

• The oceans

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Which of the following instruments measures atmospheric pressure?

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

• Thermometer

What is the main focus of aeronautical meteorology?

• Studying volcanic activity

• Analyzing the effects of weather on agriculture

• Understanding atmospheric effects on air operations

• Measuring ocean temperatures

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