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Climate and Weather Exam

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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?

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?

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?

<p>At least 26°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people were listed as homeless as a result of Hurricane Katrina?

<p>Over 500,000 people</p> Signup and view all the answers

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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.