Mitigating and Adapting to Weather and Climate Extremes Quiz
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What is one of the key aspects of managing weather abnormalities in agrometeorology?

  • Implementing mitigation measures like shelterbelts against cold and heat waves (correct)
  • Avoiding the use of fertilizers and chemicals when rain is forecasted
  • Enhancing the efficiency of harvesting all crops
  • Predicting the outbreak of pests and diseases

    • How does agrometeorology assist in reducing losses due to extreme weather conditions like cyclones or floods?

  • By selecting sowing dates for optimum crop yield
  • By managing weather abnormalities through forecasting (correct)
  • By avoiding the application of chemicals and fertilizers during rainy periods
  • By implementing efficient irrigation systems for crops

    • Which action is part of mitigating weather abnormalities according to agrometeorology principles?

  • Efficient management of soils to counteract weather effects (correct)
  • Selecting suitable crops based on land-use planning
  • Utilizing artificial climates in growth chambers for crops
  • Reducing losses of applied chemicals by timely application

    • In the context of agrometeorology, what is a key benefit of shelterbelts against cold and heat waves?

    <p>Protection of crops from extreme temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does agrometeorology play in managing drought in agriculture?

    <p>Implementing judicious irrigation practices for crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature when it snows?

    <p>Rain mixed with the snow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does sunshine contribute to health?

    <p>Making vitamin D in the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of weather forecasting involves using computer programs to simulate atmospheric behavior?

    <p>Numerical forecast models</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do meteorologists use to understand the impact of atmospheric pressure changes on future weather?

    <p>Graphical charts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do meteorologists improve their future weather predictions?

    <p>Comparing predictions to actual observations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information does radar imagery provide to forecasters?

    <p>Location and intensity of precipitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that leads to the movement of air, creating wind patterns?

    <p>Differences in temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On a snowy day, what atmospheric condition causes snowflakes to form?

    <p>Low temperature below freezing point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ecosystem usually experiences heavy rainfall throughout the year?

    <p>Rainforests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes water droplets to fall from clouds on a rainy day?

    <p>Fronts and convection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In weather terminology, what does atmospheric pressure indicate about weather conditions?

    <p>The stability of weather conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor plays a crucial role in determining the amount of rainfall in a region?

    <p>Cause of rainfall</p> Signup and view all the answers

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