12 Questions
What is the term for the study of weather and climate information to enhance agricultural crops?
Agrometeorology
What is the Greek meaning of the word 'meteoros'?
High in the air
What is the primary role of Agrometeorology in agriculture?
All of the above
What is the multifactor interaction involved in crop weather relationships?
Soil, micro climate, and weather
What is the purpose of experimental research in Agrometeorology?
To understand the relationships between crop, weather, and pest
What is the difference between weather and climate?
Weather is short-term, climate is long-term
What is the main difference between weather and climate?
Climate is a long-term average of weather conditions.
What is climate change?
A change in the average conditions of a region over a long period of time.
Why is climate variability important to understand?
Because it affects the average conditions of a region over time.
What is the purpose of weather forecasting tools and products?
To provide information for daily decisions, such as what to wear or whether to bring an umbrella.
How does climate change affect agriculture?
It affects the types of crops suitable for a region.
What is the main difference between climate variability and climate change?
Climate variability refers to changes in the variability, while climate change refers to changes in the average conditions.
Learn about the basics of Agrometeorology, a branch of meteorology that focuses on the application of meteorological principles to agricultural practices. This quiz covers the fundamentals of Agrometeorology, its importance, and its applications.
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