Weather and Climate Test

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

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

• Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is long-term.

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

• Climate changes daily, while weather remains constant.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which of the following best describes the water cycle?

• The movement of water from rivers to oceans only.

• The continuous movement of water above and on the surface of Earth.

• The process of water staying in one place.

• The movement of water only in the atmosphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

• It cools down the water in the oceans.

• It provides energy that causes evaporation.

• It absorbs water from the atmosphere.

• It prevents water from evaporating.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is an example of weather?

• The average temperature of a region over 30 years.

• A rainy day in April.

• The climate of a desert.

• The annual rainfall of a city.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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How does water return to the Earth's surface from the atmosphere?

• Through evaporation.

• Through precipitation.

• Through condensation.

• Through transpiration.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is an example of climate?

• A thunderstorm in the afternoon.

• The average snowfall in a region over 20 years.

• A sunny day in July.

• A windy afternoon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What process in the water cycle involves water vapor cooling and changing into liquid?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Transpiration

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following statements is true about climate?

• Climate can change from one day to the next.

• Climate is the same as weather.

• Climate is the average weather conditions over a long period.

• Climate only refers to temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the process called when water from plants is released into the atmosphere?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Transpiration

• Precipitation

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Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects climate?

• Latitude

• Altitude

• Daily weather changes

• Ocean currents

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6