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Patterns in Systems

Question 5 • SC332 Environmental Science B

Why are a variety of instruments needed to measure change in the climate system?

Answer
A
A different type of instrument is needed for each different climate.
B
The climate system involves a number of different factors that are measured differently.
C
Climate is determined over a number of years, rather than a short period of time.
D
Different areas have developed different instruments to measure climate change.

Explanation

The climate system includes many different factors, such as temperature, precipitation, wind, and atmospheric gases. These factors require different kinds of measurements, so a variety of instruments is needed. Choice B correctly describes this; measuring climate over many years, as in choice C, does not explain why different instruments are required.

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