Weather, Climate, and Natural Hazards — Quiz
1.
What is the key difference between weather and climate?
2.
Which climate zone is hot and wet all year round and found near the equator?
3.
What tool do meteorologists use to measure wind speed?
4.
A region receives much less rain than usual for two years, causing crops to fail and rivers to dry up. What is this event called?
5.
How do greenhouse gases cause climate change?
6.
Name two things individuals or communities can do to reduce climate change.
7.
Name two natural hazards caused by extreme weather and describe how they affect communities.