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:
Climatic Condition | Example Places |
---|---|
Hot | Nagpur, Jaisalmer |
Hot and Humid | Mumbai, Chennai |
Cold | Shimla, Leh |
Hot and Dry | Rajasthan, Gujarat |
Cold and Dry | Ladakh, Antarctica |
(D) Complete the Table:
Weather | Climate |
---|---|
Short-lived condition of the atmosphere | Does not change quickly |
Expressed with respect to a specific place | Remains constant for many years |
Elements: Temperature, wind, moisture | Elements: Temperature, pressure, winds, humidity, precipitation |
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