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What is the main difference between climate and weather?
What is the main difference between climate and weather?
- Climate is unpredictable, while weather is predictable.
- Climate is always stable, while weather is constantly changing.
- Weather only considers the atmosphere, while climate considers the atmosphere and oceans.
- Climate involves the behavior of the entire climate system, while weather refers to specific conditions at a particular time and place. (correct)
Based on the text, what does climate change refer to?
Based on the text, what does climate change refer to?
- The geological evidence from a hundred million years ago.
- The predictability of weather patterns.
- The short-term changes in weather conditions.
- The average behavior of the atmosphere over time. (correct)
Why does the text mention El Niño as an example?
Why does the text mention El Niño as an example?
- To discuss the predictability of tropical storms.
- To explain how the behavior of the climate system can vary over time. (correct)
- To highlight the causes of global warming.
- To emphasize the stability of climate over long periods.
In terms of global warming, what does the geological evidence from the Cretaceous period suggest?
In terms of global warming, what does the geological evidence from the Cretaceous period suggest?
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Why can global warming occur naturally?
Why can global warming occur naturally?
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What is the primary cause of climate change in the 21st century?
What is the primary cause of climate change in the 21st century?
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What is the primary factor that determines a location's climate?
What is the primary factor that determines a location's climate?
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What is the minimum time period typically used to define a location's climate?
What is the minimum time period typically used to define a location's climate?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor used to describe a location's climate?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor used to describe a location's climate?
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Which of the following statements is true about climate change?
Which of the following statements is true about climate change?
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