Understanding 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 of the atmosphere at a specific time.

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

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

• Climate changes daily, while weather remains constant.

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Which of the following is an example of weather?

• The average temperature in July over the past 30 years.

• A thunderstorm occurring in the afternoon.

• The typical rainfall in a desert region.

• The pattern of seasons in a year.

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What term describes the average weather conditions in a region over a long period?

• Weather

• Climate

• Forecast

• Temperature

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Which of the following statements is true about climate?

• Climate changes every day.

• Climate is the same as weather.

• Climate is the average weather over a long period.

• Climate only refers to temperature.

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Which factor is NOT typically used to describe weather?

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Wind speed

• Landforms

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What is a common tool used to measure temperature?

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Hygrometer

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Which of the following is a characteristic of climate rather than weather?

• A sunny day

• A rainy afternoon

• The average annual rainfall in a region

• A windy morning

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This can change in just a few hours or minutes.

• Ocean Currents

• Landforms

• Climate

• Weather

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Which of the following is an example of climate data?

• Today's high temperature

• This week's weather forecast

• The average temperature in January over the past 50 years

• Yesterday's rainfall

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What is the primary focus of meteorology?

• Studying rocks and minerals

• Studying the atmosphere and weather

• Studying ocean currents

• Studying plant life

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