Introduction to Agrometeorology
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What is the term for the study of weather and climate information to enhance agricultural crops?

  • Hydrology
  • Climatology
  • Agrometeorology (correct)
  • Aeronautical Meteorology

    • What is the Greek meaning of the word 'meteoros'?

  • Atmospheric conditions
  • Study of the earth
  • Weather forecasting
  • High in the air (correct)

    • What is the primary role of Agrometeorology in agriculture?

  • Estimating crop production
  • Determining maturity dates
  • Bridging the gap between the science and the farmer
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What is the multifactor interaction involved in crop weather relationships?

    <p>Soil, micro climate, and weather</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of experimental research in Agrometeorology?

    <p>To understand the relationships between crop, weather, and pest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between weather and climate?

    <p>Weather is short-term, climate is long-term</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between weather and climate?

    <p>Climate is a long-term average of weather conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is climate change?

    <p>A change in the average conditions of a region over a long period of time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is climate variability important to understand?

    <p>Because it affects the average conditions of a region over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of weather forecasting tools and products?

    <p>To provide information for daily decisions, such as what to wear or whether to bring an umbrella.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does climate change affect agriculture?

    <p>It affects the types of crops suitable for a region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between climate variability and climate change?

    <p>Climate variability refers to changes in the variability, while climate change refers to changes in the average conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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