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The video explains the difference between weather and climate, highlighting recent temperature records in North America. It discusses the global warming hiatus, where ocean temperatures remained steady despite rising greenhouse gases, due to the Inter Decadal Pacific Oscillation. The video also introduces bionic technology inspired by gecko feet, allowing humans to climb smooth surfaces using van der Waals forces.

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather and climate are the same.

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

• Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

• Weather is predictable, but climate is not.

What phenomenon is referred to as the 'global warming hiatus'?

• A complete stop in global warming.

• A slowdown in the rise of global surface temperatures despite increasing greenhouse gases.

• A time when the Earth's surface temperature increased rapidly.

• A period when global temperatures stopped rising.

How does the Inter Decadal Pacific Oscillation (IPO) affect ocean temperatures?

• It influences the distribution of heat in the ocean, affecting surface temperatures.

• It only affects land temperatures.

• It has no effect on ocean temperatures.

• It causes the ocean to freeze.

What inspired the new climbing technology developed by the US Department of Defense?

• Spiders

• Geckos

• Frogs

• Birds

What force allows geckos to climb smooth surfaces?

• Frictional force

• Van der Waals force

• Gravitational force

• Magnetic force