Climate of the Philippines
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Which two factors contribute to the high sensible temperature in the Philippines?

  • Cold temperature and high humidity
  • Scorching temperature and low humidity
  • Warm temperature and high humidity (correct)
  • Low temperature and low humidity

During which months in the Philippines do temperature and humidity reach their maximum levels, causing discomfort?

  • June to September
  • November to April
  • December to February
  • March to May (correct)

Which region in the Philippines receives the least amount of rainfall according to the text?

  • Southern portion of Cotabato (correct)
  • Eastern Surigao
  • Eastern Samar
  • Baguio City

Which season in the Philippines is characterized by high rainfall from June to September?

<p>Rainy season (June to November) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two subdivisions of the dry season in the Philippines based on temperature?

<p>Cool dry season and hot dry season (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which climate type in the Philippines has a maximum rain period from June to September?

<p>Type I: two pronounced seasons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main driver of all weather on Earth?

<p>Sunshine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a weather element?

<p>Climate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What plays a significant role in determining the climate of a specific place?

<p>Humidity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What atmospheric phenomenon is responsible for the majority of precipitation?

<p>Cloud (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the condition of the atmosphere at a specific place over a short period of time?

<p>Weather (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In meteorology, what causes air pressure changes that lead to wind?

<p>Temperature fluctuations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of climate classification has a very pronounced maximum rain period from December to February?

<p>Type II (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of climate classification is rainfall evenly distributed throughout the year?

<p>Type IV (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Type III climate classification regarding the dry season?

<p>No dry season (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influences the climate and weather conditions of the Philippines, including rainfall, humidity, and cloudiness?

<p>Typhoons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do typhoons that influence the Philippines generally originate?

<p>Marianas and Caroline Islands (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the southern Philippines very desirable for agriculture and industrial development according to the text?

<p>Movements of typhoons spare the region (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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