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. Daily atmospheric conditions

B. Ocean conditions

C. Short-term conditions

D. Long-term average weather conditions

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

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

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