Distinguishing Weather from Climate

The video explains the difference between climate and weather, emphasizing that weather is short-term atmospheric conditions while climate is the long-term average of these conditions over a large area. Using Timbuktu as an example, it illustrates how weather can vary daily, but the climate remains consistent. The video also highlights the significant impact of climate change on ecosystems and human life, noting that even small changes in climate can lead to severe consequences.

What is the main reason people often confuse climate with weather?

• They both affect daily life.

• They both change frequently.

• They both describe atmospheric conditions.

• They both occur in the same location.

Which of the following best describes weather?

• Seasonal changes in a region.

• Global temperature trends.

• Atmospheric conditions at a specific location and time.

• Average atmospheric conditions over a long period.

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How often can weather change?

• Every few years

• Every few months

• Every season

• Day to day, hour to hour

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What does climate describe?

• The weather in a city on a given day.

• The humidity in a specific location.

• The average conditions in an area over a long period.

• The temperature at noon.

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Which of the following is true about climate?

• It is the same as weather.

• It changes over decades or centuries.

• It describes conditions over a few miles.

• It changes day to day.

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What is the climate of the Sahara Desert?

• Cold and wet

• Hot and dry

• Cool and cloudy

• Mild and humid

Why is the climate of the Sahara Desert hot and dry?

• Frequent rainfall

• Low atmospheric pressure

• High levels of solar radiation

• Proximity to the ocean

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What can small changes in climate cause?

• Minor weather variations

• No noticeable effects

• Significant problems for plants and animals

• Immediate temperature drops

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How can climate change affect humans?

• It only affects weather patterns.

• It can affect crops and increase natural disaster risks.

• It has no impact on humans.

• It only affects animals.

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What should you remember when the weather is colder than expected?

• Weather is the same as climate.

• Climate is about average conditions, not current weather.

• Climate never changes.

• Weather and climate are unrelated.

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