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Understanding Weather and Climate

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What is the main difference between weather and climate?

Weather is temporary and local, while climate is average over an extended period and a larger area (correct)

Weather is long-term, while climate is short-term

Weather is measured daily, while climate is measured over an hour

Weather is measured over 30 years, while climate is measured daily

How long is the typical period used to determine the climate of a specific area?

50 years

10 years

30 years (correct)

1 year

What is the first step in determining the weather?

Determining the current factors affecting the atmosphere (correct)

Determining the temperature

Determining the air pressure

Determining the humidity

What is temperature a measure of?

The kinetic energy within the particles of an object Signup and view all the answers

What are the five main factors affecting the weather?

Temperature, humidity, cloudiness, wind, and air pressure Signup and view all the answers

Why is weather considered temporary?

Because it can change from minute to minute Signup and view all the answers

What is the object being described when referring to temperature in the context of weather?

Air masses Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the ability of an air mass to absorb water vapor as air temperature increases?

It increases Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of wind in an air mass?

From high to low pressure Signup and view all the answers

What type of air mass is associated with a sunny day?

High-pressure air mass Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of water vapor within the air?

Humidity Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which water vapor in the air forms clouds?

Condensation Signup and view all the answers

What is the instrument used to measure air pressure?

Barometer Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of changing air pressure due to altitude?

Lower air pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that determines the speed and direction of wind?

Placement of high and low-pressure air masses Signup and view all the answers