Geography Question Answers Chapter 4 Weather and Climate Class 6 Maharashtra Board

Exercises

(A) Who am I?

1. I keep on changing.

→ Weather

2. I am not the same at all places.

→ Climate

3. I am the solid state of water droplets.

→ Snow or Hail

4. I am present in the atmosphere in the form of vapour.

→ Moisture or Water Vapour

(B) Answer the following:

1. Why is the climate of Mahabaleshwar cool?

• Mahabaleshwar is located at a high altitude, so the temperature is lower, making the climate cool.

2. Why is the climate near the sea humid?

• The sea has a lot of water, which increases moisture in the air, making the climate humid.

3. What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather changes daily and is short-term, while climate remains the same for many years in a region.

4. What are the elements of weather?

• The elements of weather are temperature, air pressure, wind, moisture, and precipitation.

5. What effects do nearness to the sea and height above sea level have on climate?

• Near the sea, the climate is humid and moderate.
• At high altitudes, the temperature is cooler than in low areas.

(C) For the climatic conditions mentioned, name the representative places:

(D) Complete the Table: