Meteorology: Climate and Weather Effects
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What are the five factors that influence climate?

Latitude, Elevation, Proximity to Water, Topography, and Wind Currents

What factors influence weather?

Temperature, Humidity, Precipitation, Air Pressure, and Wind

What is temperature?

How warm or cool the air is.

What is humidity?

<p>The amount of water vapor in the air.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is precipitation?

<p>Water that falls to the Earth’s surface from clouds in the form of rain, sleet, snow, or hail.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is air pressure?

<p>The weight of the air pressing down on Earth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is wind?

<p>Moving air.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Climate?

<p>The long-term average of weather in a particular region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Weather?

<p>Descriptions of what the atmosphere is like at a specific place and time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes the climate of a particular region?

<p>Earth’s tilt and rotation around the sun, as well as Earth’s land and sea distribution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are there different climates around the world?

<p>Because of the location’s latitude, or how far an area is from the Earth’s equator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physical features might affect climate?

<p>Landscapes present in a region, like mountains, lakes, and oceans, can affect climate as well.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does latitude specifically affect yearly temperature in a given location?

<p>As latitude increases, the average yearly temperature decreases due to the angle of sunlight received.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference in temperature range between locations near a large body of water and those situated in the center of a large landmass.

<p>Locations near water have more moderate temperatures, while those in the center of landmasses experience greater temperature fluctuations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What climatic differences are typically observed between the windward and leeward sides of a mountain?

<p>The windward side receives higher precipitation, while the leeward side experiences lower precipitation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do pressure systems relate to precipitation patterns in different climates?

<p>Low-pressure systems are associated with heavy precipitation, whereas high-pressure systems lead to dry conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the direction of wind affect the climate of a region?

<p>Wind direction determines which sides of mountains receive more rain (windward) and which receive less (leeward).</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Climate

The long-term average weather in a region.

Weather

The description of the atmosphere at a specific time and place.

Temperature

How warm or cool the air is.

Humidity

Amount of water vapor in the air.

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Precipitation

Water falling from clouds (rain, sleet, snow, hail).

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Air Pressure

Weight of air pressing down.

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Wind

Moving air.

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Latitude

Distance from the Earth's equator.

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Elevation

Height above sea level.

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Proximity to Water

How close something is to a body of water.

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Topography

Physical features on the land surface.

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Wind Currents

Patterns of moving air.

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Factors influencing Climate

Latitude, elevation, proximity to water, topography, and wind currents.

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Factors influencing Weather

Temperature, humidity, precipitation, air pressure, and wind.

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Earth's Tilt and Rotation

Causes differences in climates around the world.

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Earth's Land and Sea Distribution

Influences climate patterns.

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Climate Differences

Occur due to latitude, or distance from the equator.

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Sunlight & Latitude

The closer you are to the equator, the more direct sunlight you receive. As latitude increases, the average yearly temperature decreases.

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Water's Influence on Climate

Water heats and cools more slowly than land, influencing the temperature of nearby land.

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Landmass & Temperature Range

Locations near the center of a large landmass experience wider temperature fluctuations, both daily and seasonally.

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Windward & Leeward

Windward sides of mountains get more precipitation, while leeward sides get less.

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Pressure Belts & Precipitation

Low-pressure belts typically produce heavy precipitation, while high-pressure belts create dry climates.

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Windward & Leeward Sides

Windward sides of mountains receive more precipitation as air rises and cools, releasing moisture. Leeward sides receive less precipitation as air descends and warms, becoming drier.

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Study Notes

Factors Influencing Climate

  • Latitude, elevation, proximity to water, topography, and wind currents all influence climate.
  • These factors determine the long-term average weather patterns of a region.

Factors Influencing Weather

  • Temperature, humidity, precipitation, air pressure, and wind affect weather.
  • These factors describe the current state of the atmosphere.

Defining Key Meteorological Terms

  • Temperature: A measure of how warm or cool the air is.
  • Humidity: The amount of water vapor in the air.
  • Precipitation: Water falling from clouds as rain, sleet, snow, or hail.
  • Air Pressure: The weight of the air pressing down on the Earth.
  • Wind: Moving air.
  • Climate: The long-term average of weather in a particular location.
  • Weather: The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place.

Causes of Global Climate Variations

  • Earth's tilt and rotation around the sun, along with the distribution of land and water, contribute to different climates globally.
  • The distance from the equator (latitude) is a significant factor determining regional climates.
  • Physical features like mountains, lakes, and oceans can modify local climates.

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Explore the key factors that influence climate and weather in this quiz. You'll learn about essential meteorological terms and the causes of global climate variations, including how latitude, elevation, and proximity to water affect long-term weather patterns. Test your knowledge on the dynamics of Earth's atmosphere and its impact on our environment.

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