Exploring Weather and Climate

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is the average of atmospheric conditions over a long period, while climate is the condition at a specific time.

• Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average over a long period.

• Weather and climate are the same and can be used interchangeably.

• Climate changes daily, while weather remains constant.

Which of the following instruments is used to measure temperature?

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

What unit is commonly used to measure temperature in Canada?

• Fahrenheit

• Kelvin

• Celsius

• Rankine

Which of the following is a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Argon

What is the term for the amount of water vapour in the air?

• Humidity

• Precipitation

• Condensation

• Evaporation

Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to the Earth's surface?

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Troposphere

• Thermosphere

What is the process by which water vapour turns into liquid water?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Transpiration

Which of the following best describes a climate zone with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters?

• Tropical

• Desert

• Mediterranean

• Polar

What is the term for the movement of air from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas?

• Wind

• Precipitation

• Humidity

• Climate

Which of the following is NOT a type of precipitation?

• Rain

• Snow

• Fog

• Hail