Weather Phenomena and Effects

The video tutorial covers various weather and climate phenomena, starting with ocean currents and their influence on climate, including the role of sea surface temperature and the great ocean conveyor belt. It explains the impact of El Niño on global weather patterns. The tutorial then shifts to thunderstorms, detailing their formation, stages, and associated lightning. It also covers tornadoes and hurricanes, describing their formation, effects, and measurement scales. Finally, it discusses seasonal changes, microclimates, and local wind patterns like sea and land breezes.

What is the primary cause of surface ocean currents?

• Tidal forces

• Wind patterns and sea surface temperature

• Differences in water salinity

• The Earth's rotation

How does El Niño affect the fishing industry in South America?

• It causes a decrease in fish population due to lack of upwelling.

• It increases fish population due to warmer waters.

• It has no effect on the fishing industry.

• It leads to more frequent storms, affecting fishing activities.

What type of cloud is associated with the mature stage of a thunderstorm?

• Cumulonimbus

• Stratus

• Cirrus

• Cumulus

What is the main reason for the formation of a tornado?

• High pressure at the center

• Extreme low pressure at the center

• Strong ocean currents

• High humidity levels

What is the minimum wind speed for a storm to be classified as a hurricane?

• 40 mph

• 74 mph

• 90 mph

• 60 mph

Which scale is used to measure the intensity of hurricanes?

• Richter Scale

• Beaufort Scale

• Saffir-Simpson Scale

• Fujita Scale

What causes the different seasons on Earth?

• The distance of Earth from the Sun

• The gravitational pull of the Moon

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The rotation speed of Earth

What is an urban heat island?

• A city area that is warmer than its surroundings

• A desert region with extreme temperatures

• A natural area with high temperatures

• A coastal region with high humidity

What is a sea breeze?

• A wind blowing from the sea to the land

• A wind blowing from the desert to the forest

• A wind blowing from the land to the sea

• A wind blowing from the mountains to the valleys

What is the rain shadow effect?

• A situation where rain is evenly distributed across a region

• A phenomenon where rain falls only on one side of a mountain

• A process where rain clouds are formed over large bodies of water

• A condition where mountains block rain, creating a dry area on the leeward side