Understanding Weather and Climate Concepts

What does a thermometer measure?

• Wind speed

• Precipitation

• Temperature

• Air pressure

Which tool is used to measure precipitation?

• Anemometer

• Rain Gauge

• Barometer

• Thermometer

Which climate is characterized by being cold and icy, like Antarctica?

• Mountain

• Tropical

• Desert

• Polar

What type of climate is cooler with more rain or snow, like the Rocky Mountains?

• Mountain

• Temperate

• Desert

• Tropical

In which climate would you experience all four seasons?

• Tropical

• Temperate

• Polar

• Desert

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is the same as climate.

• Weather is what happens now, but climate is the weather over time.

• Climate is what happens now, but weather is the weather over time.

• Weather and climate are both unpredictable.

What helps scientists make predictions about future conditions?

• Random guesses.

• Patterns in weather.

• Magic spells.

• Old maps.

What type of climate is represented by the color red on the map?

• Warm desert climate (BWh)

• Cool continental climate (Dfb)

• Humid subtropical climate (Cfa)

• Tundra climate (ET)

Which of the following is a component of weather data?

• Temperature

• Color

• Taste

• Smell

What is one way scientists use weather data?

• To predict future weather conditions.

• To make movies.

• To build houses.

• To cook food.