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Weather and Climate — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 7 · Geography

4 concept maps of Weather and Climate for ICSE Class 7 Geography, each also written out as a text outline. Part of the ICSE Class 7 Geography syllabus.

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4 Concept Maps

Weather and Climate – Chapter Overview Mind Map

Weather and Climate – Chapter Overview Mind Map

The map in words

  • Weather and Climate
    • Weather
      • Day to day conditions
      • Changes quickly
      • Example: It rained in Rajasthan today
    • Climate
      • Average over 30 years
      • Stable pattern
      • Example: Rajasthan is hot and dry
    • Elements
      • Temperature
      • Atmospheric Pressure
      • Prevailing Winds
      • Humidity
      • Precipitation
      • Sunshine
      • Clouds
    • Instruments
      • Thermometer
        • Measures temperature
      • Barometer
        • Measures pressure
      • Hygrometer
        • Measures humidity
      • Rain Gauge
        • Measures rainfall
      • Wind Vane
        • Measures wind direction
      • Anemometer
        • Measures wind speed
    • Cloud Types
      • Cirrus
        • High level ice crystals
      • Cumulus
        • Cauliflower shaped
      • Stratus
        • Sheet like low clouds
      • Nimbus
        • Real rain clouds
    • Iso Lines
      • Isotherm
        • Equal temperature
      • Isohyet
        • Equal rainfall
      • Isobar
        • Equal pressure
      • Isohel
        • Equal sunshine

Elements of Weather and Climate Overview

Elements of Weather and Climate Overview

The map in words

  • Weather and Climate Elements
    • Temperature
      • Measured by thermometer
      • Varies by altitude
      • Varies by latitude
      • Affects humidity
    • Atmospheric Pressure
      • Measured by barometer
      • Decreases with altitude
      • Causes wind movement
      • Indicates weather changes
    • Humidity
      • Absolute humidity
      • Relative humidity
      • Measured by hygrometer
      • Linked to temperature
    • Precipitation
      • Rain
      • Snow
      • Sleet
      • Hail
      • Measured by rain gauge
    • Prevailing Winds
      • Wind direction by vane
      • Wind speed by anemometer
      • Affects temperature
      • Transports moisture
    • Clouds
      • Cirrus clouds high level
      • Cumulus clouds medium
      • Stratus clouds low level
      • Nimbus rain clouds
    • Sunshine
      • Duration varies by season
      • Measured by sundial
      • Recorded as isohels
      • Affects temperature

A flowchart showing how atmospheric conditions are classified into weather or climate based on the time scale of observation

A flowchart showing how atmospheric conditions are classified into weather or climate based on the time scale of observation

The map in words

  • Atmospheric Conditions
    • Time Scale?
      • Hours to Days: Weather
        • Changes Rapidly
        • Specific Location
        • Predicted Daily
      • 25-30 Years: Climate
        • Stable Pattern
        • Regional Pattern
        • Typical Conditions

Weather and climate describe the atmospheric conditions of a place and the elements, instruments, and map lines used to study them.

Weather and climate describe the atmospheric conditions of a place and the elements, instruments, and map lines used to study them.

The map in words

  • Weather and climate describe the atmospheric conditions of a place and the elements, instruments, and map lines used to study them.
    • Weather
    • Climate
    • Elements of weather and climate
    • Weather instruments
    • Temperature
    • Atmospheric pressure
    • Humidity
    • Precipitation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Weather and Climate for ICSE Class 7 Geography?
Key topics in Weather and Climate include Weather and Climate: Basic Idea, Elements of Weather and Climate, Temperature and Thermometer, Atmospheric Pressure and Barometer. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 7 exams.
What do the concept maps for Weather and Climate show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Weather and Climate connect: Weather and Climate – Chapter Overview Mind Map; Elements of Weather and Climate Overview. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Weather and Climate for Class 7 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Weather and Climate. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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