5 Questions
Climate is a pattern of weather which occurs at a place for 35 years. Meteorologists measure and average various weather parameters such as temperature, precipitation, air pressure, humidity, and the number of days of sunshine etc to find out an area's ______
climate
Extreme weather is when a weather event is significantly different from the average or usual weather This may take place over one day or a long ______
period
Hurricanes can last a ______
month
The intense winds of tropical storms can destroy whole communities, buildings, and ______
communication
Drinking water was contaminated by sewage for 5 ______
months
Study Notes
Climate and Weather Patterns
- Climate is a pattern of weather that occurs at a place for 35 years.
- Meteorologists measure and average various weather parameters to find out an area's climate.
Extreme Weather
- Extreme weather is when a weather event is significantly different from the average or usual weather.
- It may take place over one day or a long period.
Tropical Storms
- Hurricanes can last a long time.
- The intense winds of tropical storms can destroy whole communities, buildings, and infrastructure.
Environmental Disasters
- Drinking water was contaminated by sewage for 5 days.
Test your knowledge on climate patterns and extreme weather events with this quiz. Learn about how meteorologists measure and categorize climate, as well as the characteristics of extreme weather events such as tornadoes, droughts, and hurricanes.
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