Climate differs from weather because climate refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Climate differs from weather because climate refers to:

A. Short-term conditions

B. Long-term average weather conditions

C. Ocean conditions

D. Daily atmospheric conditions

Answer: Option B

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Climate is the long-term average of weather conditions in a region, usually calculated over 30 years or more.

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