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What are the primary differences between weather and climate?
What are the primary differences between weather and climate?
Which of the following are hydro-meteorological hazards?
Which of the following are hydro-meteorological hazards?
What role does the India Meteorological Department (IMD) play in disaster management?
What role does the India Meteorological Department (IMD) play in disaster management?
What is one crucial component of early warning systems in disaster management?
What is one crucial component of early warning systems in disaster management?
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Which of the following is NOT a cause of climate change?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of climate change?
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IMD was established on 1950
IMD was established on 1950
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Study Notes
Introduction to Weather & Climate System
- Earth's position in the solar system is crucial to weather and climate
- Structure and composition of the atmosphere and oceans are key to understanding weather and climate phenomena
- India Meteorological Department and World Meteorological Organisation play a role in weather forecasting and climate studies.
Weather and Climate Processes
- Observing systems are important for weather and climate studies
- Weather and climate exhibit similarities and differences
- Forecasting methods and processes, including seasonal, rainfall, and monsoon patterns (southwest and northeast), are key.
Natural Hazards and Disasters
- Natural hazards in India include hydro-meteorological events
- Various natural hazards include cyclones, thunderstorms, heat waves, cold waves, floods, and droughts
- Understanding the climatology and impacts of these events is essential.
Hazard Prediction, Warning Systems, and Disaster Management
- Natural hazard prediction, early warning systems are critical
- IMD's website is a key resource on weather forecasting and disaster management
- Community involvement is vital for effective disaster response.
Climate Change: Causes and Impacts
- Understanding climate change, its causes, and its impacts is essential
- Adaptation and mitigation strategies are important aspects to consider.
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Explore the fundamentals of weather and climate through this quiz. Learn about Earth's position in the solar system, the atmosphere, and the roles of meteorological organizations. Gain insights into natural hazards and the importance of observation systems in forecasting processes.
