Earths Climate
What is climate?
The average weather conditions in a specific area over a long period.
What role does the sun play in climate?
The sun provides energy that warms the Earth and drives weather patterns.
How does being close to the equator affect climate?
Areas close to the equator receive more direct sunlight and tend to be warmer.
What are fossil fuels?
Natural fuels formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.
What are ice cores?
What is weather?
The current atmospheric conditions, including temperature, wind, and precipitation.
How does elevation affect climate?
Higher elevations are usually cooler than areas at sea level.
What is the impact of water on climate?
Water bodies can moderate temperatures, leading to milder climates.
How does deforestation affect climate?
Deforestation reduces the number of trees that absorb CO2, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.
How do scientists track precipitation?
They use rain gauges to measure the amount of rainfall over time.
What is the greenhouse effect?
The trapping of heat in the Earth's atmosphere by greenhouse gases.
What is the biosphere?
The part of Earth where living organisms exist.
How does urbanization affect climate?
Urbanization can lead to higher temperatures and altered weather patterns due to heat from buildings and vehicles.
What is the impact of waste disposal?
Improper waste disposal can release harmful gases into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.
What do thermometers measure?
Thermometers measure the temperature of the air.
What is the difference between weather and climate?
Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is long-term averages.
How do urban areas differ from rural areas regarding climate?
Urban areas often have higher temperatures and less vegetation than rural areas.
How does elevation influence temperature?
As elevation increases, temperature generally decreases.
What gases are produced by burning fossil fuels?
Carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and methane are produced when fossil fuels are burned.
What are extreme weather events?
Severe weather phenomena like hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods
What are human activities that influence climate?
Activities such as burning fossil fuels (cars/plants), deforestation, and waste disposal.
What is the hydrosphere?
What is climate change?
A long-term change in temperature and typical weather patterns in a place.
How does agriculture contribute to climate change?
agriculture produces methane and nitrous oxide through livestock and fertilizer use.
What is the theory of Volcano eruptions and the dinosaurs becoming extinct
Volcanic eruptions can release ash and gases that cool the Earth's surface.