Weather and Climate: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Year 5 Geography

Question 1

Which of these does NOT affect the climate of a place?

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The number of trees in the area

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How far it is from the equator

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How high it is above sea level

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Ocean currents

Question 2

Climate change can affect different parts of the world in different ways. Which of these is NOT a possible effect of climate change?

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Better air quality

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Rising sea levels

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Changes in rainfall patterns

Question 3

What is the main reason why international organizations like the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) exist?

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To gather countries to talk about and work on climate change problems.

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To decide how much greenhouse gas each country can make and make sure they follow the rules.

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To give money to countries that are having trouble because of climate change.

Question 4

Why are temperatures usually warmer in the summer than in the winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Earth's axis is tilted towards the Sun in the summer.

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The Northern Hemisphere is closer to the Sun in the summer.

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The atmosphere is thinner in the summer, allowing more sunlight to reach the Earth's surface.

Question 5

Which cloud type is flat and layered, often bringing light rain or drizzle?

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Stratus

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Cirrus

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Cumulus

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Nimbostratus

Question 6

Which of these factors does NOT significantly affect the climate of a large region?

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Type of vegetation

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Latitude

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Altitude

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Distance from large bodies of water

Question 7

How might climate change affect ecosystems and the variety of life within them?

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It could change where species live and move, impacting their survival and interactions.

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Climate change may make it easier for non-native species to thrive and spread, disrupting natural ecosystems.

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Climate change will not significantly affect ecosystems or biodiversity because species can easily adapt to changes in their environment.

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Climate change may lead to more different types of species in ecosystems around the world.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a type of cloud?

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Fog

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Cirrus

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Stratus

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Cumulonimbus

Question 9

What is the instrument used to measure temperature called?

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Thermometer

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Barometer

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Anemometer

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Rain gauge

Question 10

What factor influences a region's climate the most?

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Latitude

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Altitude

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Distance from the sea

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Prevailing wind direction

Question 11

What is the name of the layer of gases that surrounds our planet?

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Atmosphere

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Troposphere

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Stratosphere

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Mesosphere

Question 12

Which weather system brings heavy rainfall and thunderstorms?

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Depression

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Anticyclone

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Front

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Jet stream

Question 13

What is the name of the scale used to measure wind speed?

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Beaufort Scale

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Fujita Scale

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Richter Scale

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Mercalli Scale

Question 14

How does water get into the clouds?

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Evaporation

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Precipitation

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Condensation

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Transpiration

Question 15

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a tropical climate?

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Distinct seasons

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High temperatures

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Abundant rainfall

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Dense vegetation

Question 16

How does involving the public in weather and climate monitoring help scientists?

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It provides more weather observations.

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It saves money on weather stations.

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Only scientists can collect useful weather data.

Question 17

What is the most important factor that decides the climate of a place?

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How far north or south it is

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The plants that grow there

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How high the land is

Question 18

Which of the following does NOT influence a region's climate?

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Population size of a region

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Latitude

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Altitude

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Vegetation

Question 19

Which of these is NOT a type of precipitation?

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Wind

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Rain

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Snow

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Hail

Question 20

What is the device used to measure the temperature of air called?

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Thermometer

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Anemometer

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Barometer

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Rain gauge

Question 21

Which of these gases contributes to the greenhouse effect?

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Nitrogen

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Helium

Question 22

What is the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres called?

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Equator

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Tropic of Cancer

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Arctic Circle

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Prime Meridian

Question 23

What is the process by which water transforms from a liquid to a gas?

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

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Sublimation

Question 24

Which type of cloud looks like a ball of cotton?

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Cumulus

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Stratus

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Altocumulus

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Tornado

Question 25

What tool is used to measure how fast the wind is blowing?

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Anemometer

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Barometer

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Thermometer

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Rain gauge

Question 26

What is the name of the process where water vapour in the air turns into tiny drops of water?

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Condensation

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Evaporation

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Precipitation

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Sublimation

Question 27

What causes hot air to rise and cold air to sink?

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Convection

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Radiation

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Conduction

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Evaporation

Question 28

Which of these gases is NOT a greenhouse gas?

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Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Methane

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Water vapor

Question 29

How do oceans help shape the Earth's climate?

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Oceans slowly take in and let out heat, which keeps the Earth's temperature steady.

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Ocean currents carry warm water around the world, affecting the climate of different places.

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Oceans don't have any effect on the Earth's climate.

Question 30

How does the Earth's tilt impact the way sunlight is spread across different parts of the Earth?

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The Earth's tilt changes the angle at which sunlight reaches different parts of the planet, causing changes in temperature throughout the year.

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The Earth's tilt concentrates more sunlight at the equator, making it warmer there.

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The Earth's tilt makes the Earth's axis wobble, causing uneven sunlight distribution.

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences climate?

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Moon's orbit

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Latitude

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Altitude

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Ocean currents

Question 32

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

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Weather changes quickly, while climate changes slowly over time

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Climate is only about temperature, while weather includes other elements like precipitation

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Weather is predictable, while climate is not

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Climate only affects the outdoors, while weather can affect both indoors and outdoors

Question 33

What type of cloud is associated with heavy rainfall?

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Cumulonimbus

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Cirrus

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Stratus

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Altocumulus

Question 34

How do meteorologists make weather forecasts?

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By studying weather patterns and using computers

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By looking at the stars

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By asking people how they think the weather will be

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By measuring the temperature of the ocean

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a type of precipitation?

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Earthquake

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Rain

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Snow

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Mist

Question 36

What instrument is used to measure wind speed?

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Anemometer

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Barometer

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Thermometer

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Rain gauge

Question 37

Which of the following is a renewable source of energy?

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Solar power

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Oil

Question 38

Which of the following is **NOT** a type of weather condition?

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Climate

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Sunshine

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Rain

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Wind

Question 39

What tool is used to measure air temperature?

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Thermometer

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Anemometer

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Rain gauge

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Barometer

Question 40

Which of the following is the primary source of energy for the Earth's weather system?

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Sun

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Ocean currents

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Moon

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Wind

Question 41

What is the **main** difference between a warm front and a cold front?

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A warm front brings warmer air, while a cold front brings cooler air.

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A warm front brings cooler air, while a cold front brings warmer air.

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A warm front brings rain, while a cold front brings snow.

Question 42

What is the **primary** cause of climate change?

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Burning of fossil fuels

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Solar activity

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Volcanic eruptions

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Deforestation

Question 43

What is the main **role** of the National Weather Service?

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To provide weather forecasts and warnings

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To study the effects of climate change

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To regulate air pollution

Question 44

Which of the following is a **key** way to mitigate climate change?

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Reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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Burn more fossil fuels

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Ignore the problem

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Increase deforestation

Question 45

What instrument do we use to measure temperature?

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Thermometer

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Barometer (measures air pressure)

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Rain gauge (measures rainfall)

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Anemometer (measures wind speed)

Question 46

Which of these is NOT a type of cloud?

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Square

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Cumulus

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Cirrus

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Stratus

Question 47

What is the process called when water vapor in the air turns into liquid water?

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Condensation

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Sublimation (when solid water turns directly into vapor)

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Evaporation (when liquid water turns into vapor)

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Precipitation (when water falls from the sky)

Question 48

Which of these does NOT affect the climate in a place?

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Moon phases

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Latitude

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Ocean currents

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Altitude

Question 49

What scale do we use to measure wind speed?

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Beaufort Scale

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Kelvin Scale (measures temperature)

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Mohs Scale (measures mineral hardness)

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Richter Scale (measures earthquake strength)

Question 50

Which of these is a greenhouse gas?

Accepted Answer

Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Nitrogen

Question 51

How is the weather different from the climate?

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Weather is what is happening right now, while climate is the average of what the weather is like over a long time.

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Climate is only affected by human activities, while weather is not.

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Weather and climate are the same thing.

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Weather is only affected by temperature, while climate is affected by multiple factors.

Question 52

Which of these is a renewable energy source?

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Solar power

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Oil

Question 53

What is the name of the layer of gases that surrounds the Earth?

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Atmosphere

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Lithosphere (solid Earth's crust)

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Hydrosphere (water on or near the Earth's surface)

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Biosphere (where all living things are)

Question 54

Which of these is a type of precipitation?

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Rain

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Volcanic eruption

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Tornado

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Earthquake

Question 55

What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather describes the short-term conditions of the atmosphere, while climate refers to the average atmospheric conditions over a longer period of time.

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Weather is caused by natural events, while climate is caused by human activities.

Question 56

Which of the following is a common type of precipitation?

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Rain

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Temperature

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Wind

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Sunshine

Question 57

What instrument is used to measure wind speed?

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Anemometer

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Rain gauge

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Barometer

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Thermometer

Question 58

What is the name of the layer of the atmosphere where most weather occurs?

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Troposphere

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Mesosphere

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Thermosphere

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Stratosphere

Question 59

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

Accepted Answer

Wind power

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Coal

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Oil

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Natural gas

Question 60

What is the name of the global wind pattern that circulates air from the Equator to the poles?

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Hadley cell

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Trade winds

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Jet stream

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Polar vortex

Question 61

Which of the following is a type of cloud?

Accepted Answer

Cumulus

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Rain

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Wind

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Temperature

Question 62

What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

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Barometer

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Anemometer

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Rain gauge

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Thermometer

Question 63

Which of the following is NOT a type of weather?

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Season

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Windy

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Rainy

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Sunny

Question 64

What instrument is used to measure wind speed?

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Anemometer

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Barometer

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Thermometer

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Hygrometer