Grade 8 5.3 Weather and Climate

What is weather?

• Average rainfall
• The same every day
• Daily changes in atmosphere
• Monthly wind speed

What is climate?

• Hourly temperature
• Daily weather
• Average weather over 30+ years
• One-time wind pattern

The study of weather is called?

• Climate science
• Meteorology
• Ecology
• Geography

The study of climate is called?

• Climatology
• Meteorology
• Astrology
• Topography

Which factor affects weather and climate?

• Rock type
• Soil colour
• Temperature
• Road material

What is precipitation?

• Rain, snow, hail
• Clouds
• Fog
• Wind

What climate zone is very cold and dry all year?

• Tropical
• Polar
• Arid
• Temperate

What is the climate like in the tropical zone?

• Cold and wet
• Mild all year
• Dry and cold
• Hot and wet all year

What colour on the map shows arid zones?

• Green
• Pink
• Yellow
• Blue

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Speed of wind
• Length of time observed
• Temperature only
• Country location