Meteorology

What is the study of Earth's atmosphere, weather, and climate called?

• Geology

• Meteorology

• Astronomy

• Biology

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What is the main job of a meteorologist?

• Predicting the weather

• Analyzing past weather patterns

• Reporting on local news

• Studying Earth's atmosphere

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What do meteorologists study to predict the weather?

• Wind speed and precipitation patterns

• Volcanoes and earthquakes

• Ocean currents and marine life

• Astronomy and space exploration

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What do meteorologists use to predict violent storms?

• Telescopes

• Weather balloons

• Satellites in space

• Underwater drones

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What do meteorologists develop to show how human activity might affect the weather?

• Artificial intelligence robots

• Computer-based models

• Genetically modified organisms

• Virtual reality simulations

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Why do meteorologists interrupt TV shows with severe weather warnings?

• To track storms

• To take a break from their regular job

• To annoy viewers

• To get more airtime

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What is the minimum educational requirement for becoming a meteorologist?

• Bachelor's degree in meteorology

• High school diploma

• Master's degree in environmental science

• PhD in atmospheric physics

Why might a weather forecast not always be 100% accurate?

• Meteorologists are lazy

• Mother Nature is unpredictable

• The technology is not advanced enough

• The government restricts accurate forecasts

What is an important issue that meteorologists are concerned about?

• Climate change

• Historical preservation

• Space exploration

• Wildlife conservation

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What is the ultimate goal of meteorologists in studying climate change?

• To educate people about climate change

• To control the weather

• To predict the end of the world

• To create a new planet for human habitation

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