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Understanding the Weather — Revision Notes

CBSE · Class 7 · Social Science

Understanding the Weather revision notes for CBSE Class 7 Social Science: 3 topics in quick points. Part of the CBSE Class 7 Social Science syllabus.

40 questions66 flashcards2 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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Key Topics to Revise

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1. Weather and Its Elements

  • Weather means the condition of the Earth's atmosphere at a particular time and place.
  • The troposphere is the layer of atmosphere closest to Earth's surface, and weather happens there.
  • The troposphere extends to a height of 6 to 18 kilometres from the ground.
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2. Measuring Temperature, Rainfall, Pressure, Wind, and Humidity

  • Temperature is measured using a thermometer.
  • 15°C is the same temperature as 59°F.
  • Range of temperature means maximum temperature minus minimum temperature over a period, usually 24 hours.
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3. Weather Signs, Forecasting, and Uses

  • People have long observed Nature to forecast weather.
  • Birds flying low, ants carrying eggs, squirrels gathering nuts, frogs croaking loudly, and pine cones opening or closing can give clues about weather.
  • Pine cones close in humid conditions to protect seeds and open in dry conditions to release seeds.

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Key Concepts

Weather is the state ofWeather has five elementsTemperature tells how hot or coldPrecipitation means any form of waterAtmospheric pressure is the weight

Frequently Asked Questions

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 should I revise Understanding the Weather for Class 7 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 40 practice questions on Understanding the Weather. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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