Weather & Climate: 15 MCQs with answers

A · It changes from day to day.

Weather refers to the day-to-day conditions of the atmosphere, which can change frequently.

C · Climate

Climate is the average weather pattern of a place taken over a long period of time.

D · Polar bear

Polar bears are adapted to cold climates with thick fur and blubber.

D · Camouflage

Camouflage is the ability to blend with the surroundings to avoid detection.

C · Equator

Tropical rainforests are located near the equator where it is hot and humid.

B · False

Weather is day-to-day atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average pattern over a long period.

A · True

A thick layer of fat (blubber) insulates polar bears against the cold.

A · Day of the week

Climate is determined by factors like distance from the sea, altitude, humidity, rainfall, and temperature, not by the day of the week.

B · Hot and humid conditions with heavy rainfall

Tropical rainforests are hot and humid with abundant rainfall throughout the year.

D · A thick layer of fat under the skin

A thick layer of fat (blubber) insulates the polar bear and helps it retain body heat.

B · Camouflage in the snow

White fur helps the polar bear blend into the snowy surroundings, making it less visible to prey.

C · Production of concentrated urine

Concentrated urine reduces water loss, helping desert animals conserve water.

B · Migration

Migration is a behavioral adaptation involving movement to escape harsh conditions.

D · Sea breezes moderate temperature

Sea breezes help moderate the temperature of coastal areas, making them cooler in summer and warmer in winter.

C · Climate is the average weather pattern over a long period.

Climate refers to the average weather pattern of a place over many years.