Weather vs. Climate

Weather vs. Climate

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Science, Geography, Biology

1st - 6th Grade

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The video explains the difference between weather and climate, highlighting that weather is the atmospheric state at a specific time and place, while climate is the average atmospheric state over many years. It provides examples of climates in Sydney and New Delhi, illustrating how different regions have distinct climates. The video introduces climate zones, such as tropical, temperate, dry, cold, and polar, and discusses how these zones affect local flora and fauna. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding climate for planning activities like holidays.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

Weather and climate are the same and can be used interchangeably.

Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, while climate is the average atmospheric condition over many years.

Climate is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, while weather is the average atmospheric condition over many years.

Weather is the average atmospheric condition over many years, while climate changes rapidly.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city is characterized by hot sunshine for most of the year?

London

Tokyo

New Delhi

Sydney

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How often can weather change in a single day?

Never

Several times

Once

Twice

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which climate zone is suitable for penguins?

Dry

Polar

Temperate

Tropical

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is understanding the climate of a region useful?

It provides a good indication of the weather you can expect, useful for planning activities.

It helps in growing any type of plant in any region.

It helps in predicting the exact weather for every day.

It allows you to change the climate of a region.