The Driest Places on Earth | SciShow Kids

The video explores the concepts of weather and climate, highlighting their differences. It discusses how weather changes frequently, while climate is the long-term pattern of weather in a region. The video uses examples like Eureka and the Atacama Desert to illustrate dry climates and explains why Atacama is so dry due to mountains and cold ocean currents. It also describes Antarctica as a desert due to its low precipitation, despite being covered in snow. The video concludes with a reminder that climates can tell us a lot about a place.

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is always dry, climate is always wet.

• Weather is predictable, climate is not.

• Weather is temporary, climate is long-term.

• Weather is long-term, climate is short-term.

Why is the climate in Eureka, Chile, considered very dry?

• It is located near the equator.

• It receives very little rainfall.

• It is far from any ocean.

• It is surrounded by mountains.

What geographical feature contributes to the dryness of the Atacama Desert?

• Tall mountains blocking rain clouds.

• Proximity to a warm ocean.

• High humidity levels.

• Frequent thunderstorms.

How does the cold ocean near the Atacama Desert affect its climate?

• It keeps the air warm and humid.

• It increases the amount of rainfall.

• It prevents the formation of rain clouds.

• It causes frequent snowstorms.

What unusual characteristic does Antarctica share with the Atacama Desert?

• Both are located near the equator.

• Both receive very little precipitation.

• Both have high humidity levels.

• Both are hot and sandy.

Why is Antarctica considered a desert?

• It receives very little precipitation.

• It is located near the equator.

• It has high temperatures.

• It is covered in sand.

What can climates tell us about a place?

• The long-term weather patterns.

• The amount of sunlight received.

• The daily temperature changes.

• The exact weather every day.