Weather
What is weather?
Weather is day to day (how it feels outside)
Which tool helps measure precipitation?
Rain gauge
Precipitation means rain
FALSE
Temperate climate?
4 seasons, warm summers, cool winters.
How does climate effect recreation?
during colder months we can ski and do different activities than when it is warmer.
What tool measures wind speed?
Anemometer
How can farmers adapt to climate challenges in Alberta?
By using drought-resistant crops when needed
Greenwood Colony never gets wind.
TRUE (if you believe that, you don't know Greenwood Colony!!!!)
Subpolar climate?
short summer and long cold winters
How does climate impact transportation?
Climate affects the road conditions in which people travel and ship goods.
For example, in Alberta, towns and cities look for the best ways to keep the roads safe and free from ice and snow in the winter.
What words do we use to describe weather?
temperature, precipitation, wind, humidity, cloudiness, sunshine
What is important when recording local weather data?
Recording consistently at the same time daily
Why are weather forecasts important in our lives?
- Help us plan our day
- Decide what activities we do
- How we will travel
- What we will wear
Polar climate?
covered in ice and snow all year
What is a microclimate?
an area which can vary due to its atmospheric pressure
What is the different between a weather vane and an anemometer?
A wind vane shows you the direction and an anemometer shows you they speed
Which climate factor affects plant growth most in Alberta?
Length of frost-free period
Mexico has a tropical climate.
TRUE! (SO HOT!) Don't go in August
How does climate effect clothing?
In cooler climates people dress warmer and in warmer climates people dress with less clothing
What is seasonal migration?
The movement of animals from one region to another in response to seasonal changes, often for breeding or feeding.
How do weather satellites help in forecasting?
They take pictures of cloud patterns and storms
How can students construct a simple rain gauge?
Using a straight plastic container with marked measurements
A costal area gets less rain
DAILY DOUBLE (how much do you want to wager)
Which zone has rainforests?
What is precipitation?
Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere and reaches the ground, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.