I WONDER - How Are Heat Waves Caused?

The video tutorial explains the causes of heat waves, highlighting natural factors like high pressure systems and slow-moving weather patterns that trap hot air. It also discusses human-induced factors such as the urban heat island effect, where cities become hotter than rural areas due to materials like concrete and asphalt that absorb heat.

What natural phenomenon can trap hot air in a region, contributing to a heat wave?

• Fast moving weather patterns

• Cold fronts

• High pressure systems

• Low pressure systems

Which weather pattern can prevent cooler air from replacing hot air during a heat wave?

• Rapid weather changes

• Sudden temperature drops

• Frequent thunderstorms

• Slow moving weather patterns

What is the urban heat island effect?

• A phenomenon where rural areas are cooler than urban areas

• A natural cooling effect in urban areas

• A situation where cities are cooler than rural areas

• A condition where cities become hotter than surrounding rural areas

Which materials contribute to the urban heat island effect by absorbing heat?

• Glass and metal

• Water and sand

• Concrete and asphalt

• Wood and grass

How can human activities influence the occurrence of heat waves?

• Through the use of renewable energy

• By increasing forest cover

• Through the urban heat island effect

• By reducing greenhouse gas emissions