What Do You Know About Climatology?

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Climatology or climate science is the study of ....?
- Climate
- Human anatomy
- Plants
- Virus

About This Quiz

Climatology or climate science is the study of climste, scientifically defined as weather conditions averaged over a period of time. This modern field of study is regarded as a branch of the atmospheric sciences and a subfield of physical geography, which is one of the Earth sciences.

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2.

Benjamin Franklin was born in the year ....?
- 2003
- 1997
- 1706
- 1904
Correct Answer

A. 1706

Explanation

Benjamin Franklin, a prominent American statesman, scientist, and inventor, was born in the year 1706. He is widely known for his contributions to the founding of the United States and his experiments with electricity. Franklin played a crucial role in drafting the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. His inventions, such as the lightning rod and bifocals, have had a lasting impact. Therefore, the correct answer is 1706.

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Benjamin Franklin first mapped the course of the Gulf Stream for use in sending mail from the .... to .....?
- United Kingdom to Asia
- United States to Europe
- Nigeria to Australia
- China to North America
Correct Answer

A. United States to Europe

Explanation

Benjamin Franklin first mapped the course of the Gulf Stream for use in sending mail from the United States to Europe.

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4.

Shen Kuo is a scientist from which country?
- South Korea
- North Korea
- Japam
- China
Correct Answer

A. China

Explanation

Shen Kuo is a scientist from China. This can be inferred from the fact that he is commonly recognized as a Chinese scientist in historical and academic contexts. His contributions to various fields such as astronomy, geology, and mathematics were made during the Song Dynasty in China. Therefore, it is reasonable to conclude that Shen Kuo is from China.

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5.

Who fostered the use of statistical analysis in climatology, which led to its evolution into a physical science?
- Benjamin Franklin
- Francis Galton
- Helmut Landsberg
- Shen Kuo
Correct Answer

A. Helmut Landsberg

Explanation

Helmut Landsberg fostered the use of statistical analysis in climatology, which led to its evolution into a physical science.

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6.

Who was the first to map the course of the Gulf Stream for use in sending mail?
- Benjamin Franklin
- Abraham Lincoln
- George Bush
- Donald Trump
Correct Answer

A. Benjamin Franklin

Explanation

Benjamin Franklin was the first to map the course of the Gulf Stream for use in sending mail. He conducted a series of observations and measurements during his travels in the Atlantic Ocean, which led him to discover the existence and direction of the Gulf Stream. This knowledge allowed for more efficient mail delivery between the United States and Europe, as ships could take advantage of the strong current to shorten travel time. Franklin's contributions to oceanography and his understanding of the Gulf Stream's impact on navigation were pioneering and significant.

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7.

Who inferred that climates naturally shifted over an enormous span of time?
- Sun Tzu
- Shen Kuo
- Jackie Chan
- Donnie Yen
Correct Answer

A. Shen Kuo

Explanation

Shen Kuo inferred that climates naturally shifted over an enormous span of time.

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8.

Edmund Halley published a map of the trade winds in the year ....?
- 1670
- 1506
- 1686
- 1888
Correct Answer

A. 1686

Explanation

Edmund Halley published a map of the trade winds in the year 1686. This means that the correct answer is 1686.

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9.

Who invented the term "anticyclone"?
- Francis Galton
- Ignaz Venetz
- James McCaffrey
- Shen Kuo
Correct Answer

A. Francis Galton

Explanation

Francis Galton is credited with inventing the term "anticyclone." Galton was a British scientist and explorer who is best known for his contributions to the field of meteorology. He coined the term in the late 19th century to describe a weather phenomenon characterized by high atmospheric pressure and outward spiraling winds. Galton's work on anticyclones helped advance our understanding of weather patterns and their impact on climate. His contributions laid the foundation for further research in meteorology and the development of modern weather forecasting techniques.

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10.

Chinese scientist Shen Kuo lived between .... to ....?
- 1217 to 1299
- 1031 to 1095
- 1009 to 1087
- 1014 to 1090
Correct Answer

A. 1031 to 1095

Explanation

Shen Kuo, the Chinese scientist, lived between 1031 and 1095.

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