Ocean Currents and Climate Effects

The video tutorial explains the difference between weather and climate, focusing on the climate of the Philippines, which is tropical and maritime. It discusses factors affecting climate, such as latitude, altitude, topography, and proximity to oceans. The video also covers how ocean currents influence climate, with examples of warm and cold currents. The tutorial concludes with a summary and a preview of future topics like climate change.

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather and climate are the same.

• Weather refers to atmospheric conditions over a short period, while climate is the average over many years.

• Weather is constant, but climate changes daily.

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

Which of the following best describes the climate of the Philippines?

• Polar and cold

• Temperate and mild

• Tropical and maritime

• Arid and dry

How does latitude affect climate?

• As latitude increases, temperature decreases.

• Higher latitudes receive more sunlight.

• Lower latitudes are colder.

• Latitude has no effect on climate.

Why is Mount Kilimanjaro covered in snow despite being near the equator?

• It is affected by ocean currents.

• It is in a polar region.

• It receives no sunlight.

• It is located at a high altitude.

What is the effect of topography on precipitation?

• Mountains increase temperature.

• Mountains decrease precipitation.

• Mountains can create rain shadows.

• Mountains have no effect on precipitation.

How do coastal areas differ from landlocked areas in terms of climate?

• Landlocked areas have higher precipitation.

• Landlocked areas have milder climates.

• Coastal areas have more extreme temperatures.

• Coastal areas experience more moderate climate changes.

Why does Glasgow have a milder winter compared to Moscow?

• Glasgow is at a lower latitude.

• Glasgow is closer to the coast.

• Moscow is affected by warm ocean currents.

• Moscow is at a higher altitude.

What causes ocean currents to move in different directions?

• The position of the moon

• The Earth's magnetic field

• The Earth's rotation speed

• The Coriolis effect

How do warm ocean currents affect coastal climates?

• They increase the temperature.

• They have no effect on temperature.

• They cause more precipitation.

• They decrease the temperature.

Which ocean current affects the climate of southeastern Japan?

• The Warm Corrosion Current

• The Canary Current

• The Gulf Stream

• The West Australian Current