Weather and Climate Quiz

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is only about temperature, while climate is about precipitation.

• Climate is about daily changes, while weather is about seasonal changes.

• Weather and climate are the same thing.

• Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

Answer explanation

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

What are the variables used to describe weather?

• Temperature, cloud cover, humidity, wind speed, wind direction

• Temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind speed, wind direction

• Temperature, cloud cover, precipitation, air pressure, wind speed

• Temperature, cloud cover, precipitation, wind speed, wind direction

Answer explanation

The correct variables used to describe weather are temperature, cloud cover, precipitation, wind speed, and wind direction.

What is the main difference between equatorial climate and monsoon climate?

• Equatorial climate has even distribution of precipitation, while monsoon climate has uneven distribution.

• Equatorial climate has high temperatures all year round, while monsoon climate has distinct wet and dry seasons.

• Equatorial climate has low precipitation, while monsoon climate has high precipitation.

• Equatorial climate has large annual temperature range, while monsoon climate has small annual temperature range.

Answer explanation

The main difference is that equatorial climate has high temperatures all year round, while monsoon climate has distinct wet and dry seasons.

What is a climograph used for?

• To show a location's average temperature and precipitation during the year

• To predict earthquakes

• To measure wind speed

• To study cloud formations

Answer explanation

A climograph is used to show a location's average temperature and precipitation throughout the year, making it the correct choice.

How does altitude affect temperature?

• Temperature decreases with increasing altitude

• Altitude has no effect on temperature

• Temperature increases with increasing altitude

• Temperature remains constant regardless of altitude

Answer explanation

Temperature decreases with increasing altitude as the air becomes less dense and can hold less heat.

What causes sea breeze and land breeze?

• Temperature difference between land and sea

• Air pressure difference

• Coriolis effect

• Humidity levels

Answer explanation

Sea breeze and land breeze are caused by the temperature difference between land and sea, leading to air movement from high to low pressure areas.

What is the main factor influencing the strength of wind?

• Temperature

• Friction

• Humidity

• Strength of pressure gradient

Answer explanation

The main factor influencing the strength of wind is the strength of pressure gradient, which drives the movement of air from high to low pressure areas.

How are monsoon winds affected by the Coriolis effect?

• Does not affect monsoon winds

• Deflects wind to the right in the northern hemisphere and to the left in the southern hemisphere

• Causes monsoon winds to blow in the opposite direction

• Intensifies the strength of monsoon winds

Answer explanation

The Coriolis effect deflects wind to the right in the northern hemisphere and to the left in the southern hemisphere, affecting the direction of monsoon winds.

What is the main difference between South-West Monsoon and North-East Monsoon winds?

• South-West Monsoon brings heavy rain to the Indian sub-continent, while North-East Monsoon brings heavy rain to Australia

• South-West Monsoon brings heavy rain to Australia, while North-East Monsoon brings heavy rain to the Indian sub-continent

• There is no difference between the two

• South-West Monsoon brings dry weather, while North-East Monsoon brings wet weather

Answer explanation

The main difference between South-West Monsoon and North-East Monsoon winds is that South-West Monsoon brings heavy rain to the Indian sub-continent, while North-East Monsoon brings heavy rain to Australia.

What is the primary cause of convectional rain?

• Intense heating of the Earth's surface

• Coriolis effect

• Strong winds

• Low humidity levels

Answer explanation

Convectional rain is primarily caused by intense heating of the Earth's surface, leading to the rising of warm air and subsequent condensation and precipitation.