MCQ
Which of these best describes the difference between weather and climate?
  • Weather includes short term changes in the atmosphere while climate includes average temperature, precipitation, sunshine and wind velocity.
  • B
    Weather includes temperature and precipitation while climate only includes temperature.
  • C
    Weather changes very little while climate changes drastically.
  • D
    Weather depends on a particular location while climate is described worldwide.

Answer

Correct option: A.
Weather includes short term changes in the atmosphere while climate includes average temperature, precipitation, sunshine and wind velocity.
Weather is the state or condition of the atmosphere that lasts for a short period of time.
Climate is the distribution of weather patterns in a given area that may last for a longer period of time.

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