Impacts of Climate change in the UK

What is the main focus of the Met Office report discussed in the video?

• Weather in other countries

• UKs weather changes and its impact

• Future weather predictions

• Historical weather patterns

How is spring changing according to the report?

• It is getting hotter and wetter

• It is staying the same

• It is getting colder and drier

• It is getting shorter

What effect does earlier fruit ripening have on wildlife?

• It can lead to a lack of food in autumn

• It has no effect on wildlife

• It helps wildlife to thrive

• It provides more food for wildlife

What was notable about the weather in 2021?

• It had the most rainfall ever

• It had extreme record highs

• It was one of the hottest years without extreme highs

• It was the coldest year on record

How did 2021's average hottest day compare to a few decades ago?

• It was about the same

• It was much colder

• It was much warmer

• It was slightly cooler

What significant change occurred in 2022 according to the report?

• The UK had its coldest year ever

• The UK average temperature exceeded 30 degrees Celsius for the first time

• The UK experienced the most rainfall in history

• There were no significant weather changes

What extreme weather event occurred in the UK last year?

• A massive flood

• A tornado

• A severe drought

• Storm Irwin with high winds and snow

How does the natural world typically adapt to changes?

• It adapts only to colder climates

• It cannot adapt at all

• It adapts quickly to sudden changes

• It can adapt to gradual changes

What could push some species beyond recovery?

• Gradual climate change

• Natural disasters alone

• Extreme weather shocks combined with warming climate

• Only human activities

What is the potential consequence of extreme weather and warming climate on species?

• Increased population

• No significant impact

• Possible extinction

• Better adaptation