Definitions
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Define isotherms.
Imaginary lines on a map which join points with similar temperatures on the surface of the Earth
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What unit is atmospheric pressure measured in?
It is measured in millibars (mb).
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Complete the sentence.
The atmosphere allows life to exist on Earth because it maintains an __________ __________. If the atmosphere didn't exist, the surface of the Earth would be excessively __________ during the day and very __________ at night.
adequate temperature
hot
cold
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Define weather.
Define climate.
Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place.
Climate is the most frequent state of the atmosphere in a specific place over a long period of time.
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2 parts
1. What affect does the increase in ocean temperature have on life on Earth?
2. What three things happen more often?
Ocean water evaporates easily which leads to episodes of intense rain and floods.
Tropical storms, hurricanes and cyclones.
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Define isohyets
Imaginary lines which join points on the surface of the Earth which get the same amount of rainfall
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Define pluviometer
The instrument used to register rainfall
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Complete the sentence.
The atmosphere allows life to exist on Earth because it has all the __________ __________ for animals and plants to develop their vital __________.
required gases
functions
Page 60.
What science studies weather?
What science studies climate?
Meteorology
Climatology
Page 69. What effect does the increase in sea levels have on human life on Earth?
When ice melts little by little, water levels rise. The rise could affect lots of coastal territories.
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Define ionosphere
Part of the thermosphere where aurora borealis happen.
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Define atmospheric pressure.
The pressure exerted by the air in the atmosphere on the surface of the Earth.
Page 58.
Complete the sentence.
The atmosphere allows life to exist on Earth because it protects from the ___________'s ___________ ___________. The atmosphere partially filters these rays, like ___________ rays and ___________ rays which are harmful to living creatures.
sun's damaging rays
gamma
ultraviolet
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What does the study of meteorology help us to make?
What does the study of climatology look at in the long term?
Weather forecasts
The evolution of the climate on the planet.
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How does an increase in fires affect human life on Earth?
The rise in temperatures lead to more fires causing plants and animals to disappear.
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3 parts
1. Define relief precipitation.
2. Which side doesn't get much rain?
3. Which side is very humid?
1. This is when a mass of warm air rises over a mountainous area, which acts like a ramp and makes it go up.
2. Leeward side
3. Windward side
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4 parts
1. Define troposphere.
2. What is found here?
3. What does it contain?
4. What activity happens here?
1. The troposphere is the innermost layer of the atmosphere and it touches the surface of the Earth.
2. Most of the oxygen we breathe is found here.
3. It contains water vapour, suspended dust and some pollution.
4. Commercial airplanes fly here.
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Complete the sentence.
The atmosphere allows life to exist on Earth because it acts as a __________ __________ against __________ which break up when they come into contact with this gaseous layer.
protective shield
meteorites
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Respond to the following with a M for Meteorology, C for Climatology, W for Weather or CE for Climate.
1. In order to define for each place, there must be thirty years of studies.
2. The state of the atmosphere in one specific moment.
3. The state of the atmosphere over a long period of time.
4. Weather maps are used to inform the public about weather over a few days.
5. Information about the zones of the Earth are used to understand atomospheric conditions.
1. C
2. W
3. CE
4. M
5. C
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What regions of the developing world are affected by prolonged periods of drought
It affects regions whose population depends on growing crops.
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2 parts
1. Define barometer
2. What and how does a barometer measure?
1. A barometer is used to measure atmospheric pressure.
2. It measures the weight of the air over a specific point on the Earth.
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2 parts
1. What is measured in litres per square metre?
2. Name one type of breakfast food.
1. Rainfall
2. Pancakes, toast, churros, crepes, cookies, Cola Cao, etc...
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Complete the sentence.
The atmosphere allows life to exist on Earth because the atmosphere produces ____________ ____________ like ____________ or ____________ which living creatures depend on.
meteorological processes
rain
wind
When you watch the news and you watch the weather segment, does that information come from Meteorology or Climatology?
Meteorology
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What affect does the change to ecosystems have on living creatures?
Climate change causes ecosystems to change and puts the survival of many species at risk.