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What did Thomas Jefferson do as a climatologist?
What did Thomas Jefferson do as a climatologist?
- Recorded temperature and rainfall daily (correct)
- Conducted experiments on climate change
- Analyzed weather forecasts
- Studied the long-term effects of global warming
How do weather and climate differ?
How do weather and climate differ?
- Weather involves average atmospheric conditions, while climate involves short-term conditions
- Climate forecasts are made by weathermen, while weather forecasts are made by climatologists (correct)
- Weather has an impact on agriculture, while climate does not
- Weather refers to long-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to short-term conditions
Why are Benjamin Franklin and Hippocrates mentioned in the text?
Why are Benjamin Franklin and Hippocrates mentioned in the text?
- They were famous climbers
- They were pioneers in the field of climatology (correct)
- They were the first meteorologists in the United States
- They were known for their work in space weather
What is the relationship between weather and climate?
What is the relationship between weather and climate?
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How long is the typical time frame for weather forecasts?
How long is the typical time frame for weather forecasts?
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What does a weatherman typically forecast?
What does a weatherman typically forecast?
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What do both weather and climate involve?
What do both weather and climate involve?
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How do small climate changes affect local ecosystems?
How do small climate changes affect local ecosystems?
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Who is often considered the first climatologist in the United States?
Who is often considered the first climatologist in the United States?
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What is an easy way to distinguish between weather and climate?
What is an easy way to distinguish between weather and climate?
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