4.5 - Weather and Climate
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Practice Questions
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What is the difference between weather and climate?
💡 Hint: Think about how long the time period is.
How does elevation affect weather?
💡 Hint: Consider how temperature changes with altitude.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What term describes short-term atmospheric conditions?
💡 Hint: Think about daily forecasts.
Climate is the long-term average of what?
💡 Hint: It's more than just a few days!
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Challenge Problems
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How would an increase in global temperature affect the tropical climate zone? Provide examples to support your answer.
💡 Hint: Think about both rain and heat.
Discuss how changes in ice caps due to climate change can impact weather patterns globally.
💡 Hint: Consider both direct and indirect effects.
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