What is the main difference between meteorological and astronomical winter?
Meteorological Winter Begins

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Meteorological winter is based on calendar months, while astronomical winter is based on the Earth's tilt.
Meteorological winter is determined by the amount of snowfall.
Meteorological winter is longer than astronomical winter.
Astronomical winter occurs only in the northern hemisphere.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does La Nina affect the jet stream?
It causes the jet stream to remain stationary.
It pushes the jet stream northward into Canada.
It pushes the jet stream southward into Mexico.
It has no effect on the jet stream.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which regions are expected to be wetter due to La Nina?
Southwest and Midwest
Northwest and Great Lakes
Southeast and Southwest
Northeast and Midwest
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a potential consequence of the weather patterns discussed in the video?
Increased snowfall in the southeast
Prolonged drought in the western United States
Flooding in the southwest
Milder temperatures in the northeast
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is the winter weather important for the western United States?
It determines the length of the summer season.
It affects the amount of snowpack and rain, which can impact drought conditions.
It has no significant impact on the region.
It influences the migration patterns of birds.
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