A miserable summer forecast for UK

The video discusses the unusual weather patterns in 2012, highlighting the Met Office's investigation into whether these are due to natural variations or climate change. It compares past and present weather patterns, noting the lack of settled weather. The impact on horticulture is significant, with delayed plant growth. Historical weather extremes, such as droughts and floods, are reviewed. The video also explores the role of the jet stream and Arctic melting in driving climate change, suggesting that damp and cool conditions may become the new norm for British summers.

What was the main concern of scientists regarding the weather patterns in 2012?

• The impact on tourism

• The effect on agriculture

• Whether it was a sign of climate change

• The influence on local wildlife

How did the unusual weather affect plant growth at Wisley Garden?

• Plants grew larger than usual

• Plants were unaffected by the weather

• Plants bloomed alongside their summer counterparts

• Plants bloomed earlier than expected

Which of the following weather events occurred in Britain in 2010?

• The driest spring on record

• The hottest summer on record

• The coldest December in 100 years

• The wettest summer in 100 years

What is one potential cause of the changing weather patterns mentioned in the transcript?

• Increased solar activity

• Deforestation

• Volcanic eruptions

• Melting Arctic ice

What has been the trend of the jet stream in recent years according to the transcript?

• It has moved southward

• It has become more variable

• It has weakened and become more fixed

• It has strengthened