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Which statement accurately defines the term 'climate'?
What is the correct process by which water vapor is generated from plants?
Which instrument is used to measure wind speed in weather observations?
What is the average temperature in the Caribbean throughout the year at sea level?
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In the Caribbean, what is the main climatic characteristic regarding temperatures?
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What does the term 'percolation' refer to in the context of the water cycle?
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Which of the following is NOT classified as an element of weather?
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What do clouds primarily consist of, according to meteorological definitions?
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What is the main feature of the tropical climate zone described in the content?
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Which instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?
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Study Notes
Weather and Climate
- Weather refers to the daily atmospheric conditions.
- Climate is the average weather conditions over 30 years.
- Evaporation is the transformation of a liquid into a gas.
- The water cycle involves the continuous movement of water between Earth's surface and the atmosphere.
- Transpiration is the evaporation of water from plants.
- Percolation is the slow movement of water through soil or rock.
- Rainfall is precipitation measured in inches.
- Water vapor is water in gaseous form, created by heating water or ice.
- A cloud is a mass of water droplets or ice crystals floating in the sky.
Weather Elements and Measurement
- Wind Speed: Measured by an anemometer.
- Wind Direction: Measured by a wind vane.
- Sunshine: Measured by a sunshine recorder.
- Cloud Cover: Measured using "oktas", representing eighths of the sky covered.
- Humidity: Measured by a hygrometer.
- Temperature: Measured by a thermometer.
- Rainfall: Measured by a rain gauge.
- Atmospheric Pressure: Measured by a barometer.
Caribbean Climate Characteristics
- The Caribbean exhibits a tropical marine climate which is part of the tropical zone.
- The region experiences consistent high temperatures, with minimal variation throughout the year.
- The hottest months are around 27-28°C, while the coldest months are 21°C to 26°C.
- The Caribbean is located in the Northern Hemisphere Tropics, between 10°N and 25° of the equator.
- The tropical sun is typically overhead at midday.
- The average annual temperature is 25°C at sea level and cooler on mountain slopes.
- Temperatures decrease at higher elevations on mountains.
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Test your knowledge about the key concepts of weather and climate. This quiz covers various elements such as rain, wind, temperature, and the water cycle. Enhance your understanding of how these elements interact in our atmosphere.
