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What do meteorologists measure and average to find out an area's climate?
What do meteorologists measure and average to find out an area's climate?
- Day length, wind direction, altitude, and ocean salinity
- Barometric pressure, visibility, wind chill factor, and storm surge
- Temperature, precipitation, air pressure, humidity, and the number of days of sunshine (correct)
- Wind speed, cloud cover, atmospheric composition, and ocean currents
What is extreme weather?
What is extreme weather?
- Weather that is significantly different from the average or usual weather (correct)
- Weather that is influenced by human activities
- Weather that occurs only in tropical regions
- Weather that is stable and predictable
What are the three common examples of extreme weather mentioned in the text?
What are the three common examples of extreme weather mentioned in the text?
- Cyclones, tsunamis, and wildfires
- Heat waves, monsoons, and hailstorms
- Tornadoes, droughts, and hurricanes (correct)
- Blizzards, thunderstorms, and fog
What sea surface temperature is needed for hurricanes to form?
What sea surface temperature is needed for hurricanes to form?
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How many people were listed as homeless as a result of Hurricane Katrina?
How many people were listed as homeless as a result of Hurricane Katrina?
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Study Notes
Climate and Extreme Weather
- Meteorologists measure and average temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions over a long period (30 years) to determine an area's climate.
- Extreme weather refers to weather conditions that are significantly different from the average or usual conditions in a particular area.
Examples of Extreme Weather
- Three common examples of extreme weather are:
- Hurricanes
- Tornadoes
- Blizzards
Hurricane Formation
- Hurricanes require a sea surface temperature of at least 26.5°C (80°F) to form.
Hurricane Katrina
- Hurricane Katrina left approximately 700,000 people homeless.
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This exam covers topics related to climate, weather patterns, and extreme weather events. It includes multiple-choice, true and false, short answer, and long answer questions to test your understanding of the concepts.
