10 Questions
Which branch of meteorology is climatology a part of?
Meteorology
What is weather?
The condition of the atmosphere at a particular time
What are the major external energy sources for the climate system?
Solar radiation and land surface changes
Which one of these is the process of water movement through a plant?
Transpiration
What is climate?
The average state of the atmosphere during a period of time
What is the powerful transport mechanism that moves heat over long distances to maintain the energy balance of the planet?
The circulation of the oceans and atmosphere
Which one of these is the process by which water changes from liquid to gas?
Evaporation
Which one of these is the process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil?
Infiltration
Which one of these is the process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water?
Condensation
Which one of these is the flow of water occurring on the ground surface when excess water can no longer sufficiently rapidly infiltrate in the soil?
Runoff
Test your knowledge on weather and hydrology definitions in this quiz. Learn about the difference between weather and climate, the role of solar radiation in the climate system, and other external factors that affect the atmosphere.
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