Understanding Climate and Weather

Name the five layers of the atmosphere in order from the surface of the Earth upward! Explain each characteristic!

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is always rainy; climate is always sunny.

• Weather refers to the average temperature; climate refers to daily conditions.

• Weather changes every season; climate remains constant throughout the year.

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

How do greenhouse gases affect global temperatures?

• Greenhouse gases cool the atmosphere by reflecting sunlight.

• Greenhouse gases have no impact on global temperatures.

• Greenhouse gases increase global temperatures by trapping heat in the atmosphere.

• Greenhouse gases only affect local weather patterns.

What is the greenhouse effect?

• The greenhouse effect refers to the increase in Earth's gravity due to human activities.

• The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

• The greenhouse effect is caused by the depletion of ozone in the stratosphere.

• The greenhouse effect is the cooling of Earth's surface due to the reflection of sunlight.

What are the primary causes of climate change?

• Increased solar activity

• Natural disasters like earthquakes

• Urbanization and population growth

• The primary causes of climate change are greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial activities.

What is the significance of the ozone layer?

• The ozone layer is a source of oxygen for living organisms.

• The ozone layer regulates Earth's temperature by trapping heat.

• The ozone layer protects life on Earth by absorbing harmful UV radiation.

• The ozone layer is responsible for weather patterns on Earth.

How do hurricanes form and what conditions are necessary for their development?

• Hurricanes require high vertical wind shear and dry air to develop.

• Hurricanes can form anywhere on land without the need for ocean water.

• Hurricanes form over cold ocean waters with temperatures below 20°C.

• Hurricanes form over warm ocean waters with temperatures of at least 26.5°C, requiring moist air, low vertical wind shear, and sufficient Coriolis effect.

What is the role of the water cycle in weather phenomena?

• The water cycle has no impact on weather patterns.

• The water cycle only affects ocean currents, not weather.

• The water cycle is crucial in shaping weather phenomena by regulating moisture, temperature, and atmospheric conditions.

• The water cycle is solely responsible for climate change.

What is the difference between a tornado and a hurricane?

• A tornado is a seasonal storm that occurs only in winter, while a hurricane can happen year-round.

• A tornado is a type of hurricane that occurs on land, while a hurricane is a type of tornado that occurs over water.

• A tornado is a small, intense storm that forms from a thunderstorm, while a hurricane is a large, organized storm system that forms over warm ocean waters.

• A tornado is a large storm that forms over the ocean, while a hurricane is a small storm that forms from a thunderstorm.

What are the different types of precipitation?

• Rain, snow, sleet, hail

• Clouds, humidity, temperature

• Thunder, lightning, wind

• Fog, mist, dew