18 Questions
What is climate defined as?
The general weather over a long period
Which of the following is NOT a major component in the climate system?
Cloud cover
What influences the precipitation patterns?
Air masses
Which factor does humidity NOT influence?
Wind speed
What does temperature in the climate system represent?
Average kinetic energy of air molecules in a region over time
How is precipitation defined in the climate system?
Amount and distribution of moisture that falls from the atmosphere to Earth's surface
In which region of the Philippines are slightly cooler temperatures observed during the wet season?
Eastern Visayas
Which climatic type in the Philippines has a distinct dry season from November to April?
Climatic Type 4
Where are the wettest months from December to February according to the text?
Eastern Visayas
Which region in the Philippines experiences more intense rainfall during the wet season characterized by heavy rainfall?
Eastern section of Quezon Province
In which region of the Philippines is the climate characterized by evenly distributed rainfall throughout the year?
Eastern section of Mindanao
Which climatic type in the Philippines has a wet season that is less intense with lower rainfall from May to October?
Climatic Type 4
What major component of the climate system is influenced by variations in solar radiation?
Solar radiation
How do high-pressure and low-pressure systems influence climate?
By shaping regional climates
What is a knock-on effect feedback loop in the context of climate?
A cascade of consequences triggered by a specific event
Which factor influences the prevailing directions and strengths of winds in a specific region?
Earth's rotation
How do the physical features of the Earth's surface influence local climate?
By affecting wind patterns, precipitation, and temperature
Which variation contributes to long-term climate patterns by factors like Earth's orbit and axial tilt?
Variations in solar radiation
Test your understanding of key concepts related to climate and biodiversity, including climate system, climate change science, mitigation, adaptation, levels of biodiversity, threats, and conservation. Explore the impact of climate change on biodiversity.
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