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Understanding the Weather — Practice Quiz

CBSE · Class 7 · Social Science

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What is weather?

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Which layer of atmosphere is closest to Earth's surface where weather occurs?

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Which instrument is used to measure temperature?

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What does a rain gauge measure?

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Which of the following are elements of weather?

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Temperature, Precipitation, Wind, Humidity, Atmospheric pressure

The five main elements of weather are temperature, precipitation, wind, humidity, and atmospheric pressure. Soil type is not a weather element but a geographical feature.

2multiple choice

An anemometer is used to measure:

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Wind speed and direction

An anemometer measures wind speed and direction using rotating cups. The stronger the wind, the faster the cups rotate, and a meter calculates the speed in km/h.

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Which instruments are used to measure atmospheric pressure and humidity respectively?

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Barometer for pressure, Hygrometer for humidity

A barometer measures atmospheric pressure in millibars (mb), while a hygrometer measures humidity as relative humidity percentage. Normal sea-level pressure is around 1013 mb.

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Normal atmospheric pressure at sea level is approximately:

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1013 mb

Normal atmospheric pressure at sea level is around 1013 millibars (mb). Pressure below 1000 mb indicates a depression which can develop into storms.

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What are the important topics in Understanding the Weather for CBSE Class 7 Social Science?
Key topics in Understanding the Weather include Weather and Its Elements, Measuring Temperature, Rainfall, Pressure, Wind, and Humidity, Weather Signs, Forecasting, and Uses. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 7 exams.
How many practice questions are there for Understanding the Weather?
There are 40 questions on Understanding the Weather. Try the 4-question sample quiz on this page first; each answer shows an explanation when you tap it.

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