LESSON-3 Flashcards
(23 cards)
What are the four seasons that happen in a year?
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
How many seasons are there in the Philippines?
2
What are the two seasons in the Philippines?
Rainy and Dry
What are the six primary different types of weather?
- Rainy
- Sunny
- Windy
- Stormy
- Cloudy
- Snowy
What does ‘weather’ refer to?
The condition of atmosphere at a specific place over a short period of time
What does ‘climate’ refer to?
The condition of atmosphere at a specific place for a longer period of time
True or False: Climate remains largely unchanged while weather may change from day to day.
True
What is ‘latitude’ in the context of climate?
The distance from the equator
What are prevailing winds?
The wind direction a particular area or region experiences most frequently
Name the five major wind zones.
- Polar easterlies
- Westerlies
- Horse latitudes
- Trade winds
- Doldrums
What are Polar Easterlies?
Dry, cold winds that blow from the highest-pressure areas of polar
What are Westerlies?
Winds that blow from west to east in the middle latitudes in both northern and southern hemispheres
What are Horse Latitudes?
Subtropical latitudes found both north and south of the equator with weak winds
What are Trade Winds?
Winds that blow from east to west near the equator
What are Doldrums?
Areas near the equator with light ocean currents and winds
What does ‘altitude’ refer to?
The height above sea level
Fill in the blank: Places near coastal areas tend to be cooler in summer and _______ during winter.
warmer or hotter
What is the difference between climate and weather?
Climate refers to long-term atmospheric conditions; weather refers to short-term conditions
What are the five factors affecting climate change?
- Latitude
- Prevailing Winds
- Altitude
- Distance from the Sea
What is the difference between ‘magma’ and ‘lava’?
Magma is molten rock beneath the Earth’s surface; lava is magma that reaches the surface
What are the three types of volcanoes?
- Active
- Dormant
- Extinct
What is the difference between ‘active’, ‘dormant’, and ‘extinct’ volcano?
- Active: currently erupting or has erupted in recent history
- Dormant: has not erupted in a long time but may erupt again
- Extinct: unlikely to erupt again
What is the objective of the game ‘bato-bato pick’?
To answer questions based on a number picked after winning a game
