The Environment - SS1 Geography Past Questions and Answers - page 2

Weather is the day-to-day atmospheric conditions, whereas climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

Three elements of weather are temperature (measured with a thermometer), humidity (measured with a hygrometer), and wind speed (measured with an anemometer).

The environment is important for human survival and well-being because it provides essential resources like clean air, water, and food. It also influences our health, quality of life, and the global climate.

Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions, such as temperature and precipitation, in a specific region. It represents what we can expect over many years.

 A hygrometer measures humidity by using a sensor that responds to changes in moisture content in the air. It indicates the amount of water vapor in the atmosphere, which is a measure of humidity.