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Why did Dr. Jeff decide to wear warm clothes in June?
Why did Dr. Jeff decide to wear warm clothes in June?
- He prefers wearing warm clothes regardless of the temperature.
- He was following a fashion trend for summer.
- He believes it is always cold in June.
- He checked the weather forecast and it indicated cold weather. (correct)
What misconception did Zoe and Izzy have about the weather?
What misconception did Zoe and Izzy have about the weather?
- They thought the weather was always cold in June.
- They relied solely on the historical data of temperatures.
- They believed checking the forecast was unnecessary. (correct)
- They assumed that all meteorologists predict accurately.
What type of weather data is NOT collected by a weather station?
What type of weather data is NOT collected by a weather station?
- Temperature using thermometers.
- Humidity using rain gauges. (correct)
- Air pressure using barometers.
- Wind speed using anemometers.
How do meteorologists use data to forecast the weather?
How do meteorologists use data to forecast the weather?
What resource did Zoe and Izzy use to support their decision to wear summer clothes?
What resource did Zoe and Izzy use to support their decision to wear summer clothes?
What is the primary difference between weather and climate?
What is the primary difference between weather and climate?
Which of the following climates is known for having very low temperatures?
Which of the following climates is known for having very low temperatures?
Which device is used to measure the speed of wind?
Which device is used to measure the speed of wind?
What is considered the driest climate in the world?
What is considered the driest climate in the world?
How is climate typically categorized?
How is climate typically categorized?
What role do meteorologists typically play?
What role do meteorologists typically play?
What is the average wind speed recorded in Commonwealth Bay?
What is the average wind speed recorded in Commonwealth Bay?
What might indicate a significant change in climate over time?
What might indicate a significant change in climate over time?
What is the primary focus of meteorology?
What is the primary focus of meteorology?
Which instrument is used to measure wind speed?
Which instrument is used to measure wind speed?
How does climate differ from weather?
How does climate differ from weather?
What role do computers play in meteorology?
What role do computers play in meteorology?
Which statement is true about the relationship between climate and vegetation?
Which statement is true about the relationship between climate and vegetation?
What characteristic defines weather?
What characteristic defines weather?
Why is it important to collect weather data over a large region?
Why is it important to collect weather data over a large region?
Which of the following is a misconception about climate?
Which of the following is a misconception about climate?
Flashcards
Weather
Weather
Day-to-day variation of local atmospheric conditions.
Climate
Climate
Long-term weather patterns over a large area.
Meteorology
Meteorology
The scientific study of weather.
Meteorologist
Meteorologist
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Barometer
Barometer
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Anemometer
Anemometer
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Rain Gauge
Rain Gauge
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Weather Prediction
Weather Prediction
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Weather
Weather
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Climate
Climate
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Meteorologist
Meteorologist
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Rain Gauge
Rain Gauge
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Thermometer
Thermometer
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Anemometer
Anemometer
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Oymyakon Climate
Oymyakon Climate
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Atacama Desert Climate
Atacama Desert Climate
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Daily temperature changes
Daily temperature changes
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Zoe & Izzy's clothing choice
Zoe & Izzy's clothing choice
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Dr. Jeff's clothing choice
Dr. Jeff's clothing choice
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Meteorologist's job
Meteorologist's job
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Weather station data
Weather station data
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Study Notes
Weather vs. Climate
- Weather is the day-to-day variation of atmospheric conditions in a specific location.
- Climate is the variation of weather conditions over a long period, typically years.
- Understanding the difference is key to predicting and preparing for daily conditions.
Weather
- Weather changes quickly and varies daily.
- Weather reports predict daily conditions (sunny, cloudy, rainy).
- Daily weather can differ greatly, even within the same season (e.g. summer).
- People check weather reports to prepare for their day.
Climate
- Climate describes the long-term weather patterns in a specific area.
- Knowing an area's climate helps predict suitable crops, vacation destinations, and clothing.
- Climate is based on consistent annual patterns, and affects types of plants and animals.
- Climate is studied over long periods to understand larger trends.
Measuring Weather
- Meteorologists use instruments to measure and predict weather.
- Instruments like barometers (air pressure), anemometers (wind speed), and rain gauges (rainfall).
- Satellites and computers help analyze data for thorough predictions, by collecting and analyzing data over a vast region.
Different Climates
- Earth has a wide diversity of climates.
- Example climates include: hot (tropical), warm (subtropical), cold (polar).
- Specific locations like Oymyakon, Russia (very cold) and Atacama Desert, Chile (very dry), demonstrate varied extremes of climate.
Weather vs. Climate Examples
- NASA used Mars Rover testing in the Atacama Desert, Chile to study similarities in climate.
- Weather stations gather data using multiple instruments(barometer, rain gauge and thermometers), enabling predictions.
- Weather forecasts are presented on various media forums.
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