Weather and Atmosphere Quiz

The layer of the atmosphere closest to the Earth's surface, where almost all weather phenomena occur, is called the (a)   .

The troposphere extends up to ________ km from the Earth's surface.

• 2-4 km

• 6-18 km

• 20-30 km

• 50-80 km

The weight of air exerted on the Earth's surface is called (a)   .

Match the Following

A. Temperature → i. Amount of water vapour in the air

B. Precipitation → ii. Movement of air

C. Humidity → iii. Rain, snow, sleet, or hail

D. Wind → iv. Hotness or coldness of atmosphere

• A–iv, B–iii, C–i, D–ii

• A–iv, B–ii, C–i, D–iii

Which of the following is not an element of weather?

• Humidity

• Precipitation

• Soil fertility

• Atmospheric pressure

Why do people still use traditional methods to predict the monsoon in many parts of India?

• They are based on modern instruments.

• They are cheaper and passed down through generations.

• They are always 100% accurate.

• They are faster than weather satellites.

If the maximum temperature of a city is 34°C and the minimum is 20°C, what is the mean daily temperature?

• 27°C

• 30°C

• 26°C

• 24°C

The coloured liquid used in traditional thermometers usually (a)   when the temperature increases.

Why are digital thermometers preferred over traditional ones?

• They look attractive.

• They are cheaper.

• They are more precise and can record more data.

• They don't require batteries.

The difference between the maximum and minimum temperature in 24 hours is called the (a)   of temperature.