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What primarily defines weather?
What primarily defines weather?
How does climate differ from weather?
How does climate differ from weather?
In which part of the atmosphere does most weather occur?
In which part of the atmosphere does most weather occur?
What is the primary composition of the atmosphere surrounding Earth?
What is the primary composition of the atmosphere surrounding Earth?
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Which of the following characteristics would not typically be included when describing the weather?
Which of the following characteristics would not typically be included when describing the weather?
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What primarily influences air temperature in a specific location?
What primarily influences air temperature in a specific location?
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Which instrument is commonly used for measuring air temperature?
Which instrument is commonly used for measuring air temperature?
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In which units is air temperature most commonly measured?
In which units is air temperature most commonly measured?
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Which of the following factors does NOT influence air temperature?
Which of the following factors does NOT influence air temperature?
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Which scenario is likely to result in a decrease in air temperature?
Which scenario is likely to result in a decrease in air temperature?
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Study Notes
Weather and Climate
- Weather occurs in the atmosphere, mostly in the lower atmosphere.
- Weather describes the atmospheric conditions at a specific time and place.
- Climate is the average weather over a long period.
- Important features of weather include conditions at that moment in time and location.
- Atmosphere is a mixture of gases surrounding planets, like Earth.
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of weather and climate. You'll learn about the differences between weather, which reflects current atmospheric conditions, and climate, which refers to average conditions over time. Understanding these key features will enhance your knowledge of atmospheric science.
