the difference between weather and climate Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
what is weather
A
relates to the atmospheric conditions in a specific location and can change over minutes, hours, days and weeks
2
Q
what is climate
A
is dynamic and normally considered on a regional scale/over a large area.
local climate influences the land cover and wildlife distribution and consequently potential land use
3
Q
what is land cover
A
the physical type of land (vegetation type, water features or construction)
4
Q
what is land use
A
the activity or purpose the land is used for (recreation, food production, housing)
