Weather vs. Climate

The video tutorial explores the concept of weather, explaining it as the condition of the atmosphere at a given time and place, influenced by factors like temperature, humidity, and wind. It distinguishes between weather and climate, with weather being short-term changes and climate being long-term patterns. Various forms of precipitation, such as rain, snow, and sleet, are discussed, along with extreme weather events like thunderstorms. An example using Yuma, AZ, illustrates the difference between weather and climate. The video concludes with a preview of future topics on severe weather.

What is the primary difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is the long-term pattern, while climate is the short-term condition.

• Weather is the short-term condition, while climate is the long-term pattern.

• Weather and climate are the same.

• Climate changes every day, while weather remains constant.

Which of the following is NOT a form of precipitation?

• Wind

• Sleet

• Snow

• Rain

What causes lightning during a thunderstorm?

• The collision of water droplets and ice pieces inside a storm.

• The presence of warm air near the ground.

• The melting of ice crystals as they fall.

• The refreezing of melted ice crystals.

In the Yuma example, what does the consistent sunny weather over a month indicate?

• Yuma experiences frequent thunderstorms.

• Yuma has a rainy climate.

• Yuma has a sunny climate.

• Yuma's weather is unpredictable.

How does the video illustrate the concept of climate using Yuma, AZ?

• By showing a single rainy day.

• By demonstrating a month of consistent weather patterns.

• By focusing on a single thunderstorm event.

• By highlighting daily temperature changes.