Weather Systems Quiz
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What does atmospheric pressure indicate when it falls?

  • Intense heat
  • No change in weather
  • Clear skies
  • Approaching storm (correct)

    • Why are manned weather stations being replaced by Automatic Weather Stations?

  • To track climate change
  • Due to higher wind speeds
  • To improve accuracy
  • To reduce costs (correct)

    • What is the primary function of Automatic Weather Stations (AWS)?

  • Predict earthquakes
  • Track ocean currents
  • Monitor solar radiation
  • Collect meteorological data (correct)

    • How does climate differ from weather?

    <p>Climate is average weather over a long period, weather is short-term conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'climate' originate from?

    <p>'Inclination of the sun' in Greek</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does wind speed typically range according to the text?

    <p>8 km/hr to 24 km/hr</p> Signup and view all the answers

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