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What does climate refer to?

The daily fluctuations in weather conditions
The sum total of weather conditions over a large area for a long period of time (correct)
The generalised monthly atmospheric conditions
The state of the atmosphere over an area at any point of time

What are the elements of weather and climate?

Temperature, atmospheric pressure, wind, humidity, and precipitation (correct)
Temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind speed, and cloud cover
Temperature, altitude, wind direction, humidity, and precipitation
Temperature, cloud cover, air pollution, wind speed, and humidity

How long does weather conditions cover?

More than thirty years
Over a large area for a long period of time
Only a few weeks or months
At any point of time (correct)

How is the year divided based on the generalised monthly atmospheric conditions?

Into seasons such as winter, summer, or rainy seasons (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the etymology of the word 'monsoon'?

Derived from the Arabic word ‘mausim’ which means season (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between weather and climate?

Weather refers to the state of the atmosphere at a specific time, while climate refers to long-term atmospheric conditions. (A) Signup and view all the answers