Weather and Climate

Why are tropical climate zones very wet and humid?

• Sunbeams shine directly on them, causing more water evaporation and rainfall.

• They are located near the poles, where temperatures are cooler.

• They experience frequent volcanic eruptions that increase humidity.

• They have dense forests that trap moisture in the air.

What is climate?

• The average yearly weather pattern over many years.

• The daily temperature and humidity levels.

• The short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area.

• The seasonal changes in weather patterns.

What is humidity?

• The amount of water vapor in the air.

• The measure of temperature in the atmosphere.

• The speed of wind in a given area.

• The level of air pressure in the environment.

Which month typically has the highest average temperature?

• April

• June

• August

• December

What is precipitation?

• Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

• A type of cloud formation that indicates rain is coming.

• The process of water evaporating from the Earth's surface.

• A measurement of the amount of water in the atmosphere.

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather refers to the long-term average of atmospheric conditions, while climate is the short-term state of the atmosphere.

• Weather is the short-term state of the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns.

• Weather and climate are interchangeable terms that refer to the same phenomenon.

• Weather is determined by geographical location, while climate is determined by seasonal changes.

What is a hurricane?

• A small, localized storm with light rain and gentle winds.

• A large, powerful storm with strong winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters.

• A weather phenomenon characterized by cold temperatures and snowfall.

• A type of tornado that occurs over land and is associated with thunderstorms.

What are the main components of weather?

• Temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and air pressure.

• Cloud cover, sunlight, and temperature.

• Humidity, cloud cover, and visibility.

• Wind speed, temperature, and humidity.

What is happening in our atmosphere at a certain time and place?

• Climate

• Weather

• Atmospheric Pressure

• Humidity

What is a drought?

• A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall.

• A sudden increase in rainfall.

• A type of natural disaster caused by flooding.

• A seasonal change in weather patterns.