Understanding Weather and Climate
Introduces basic concepts of weather elements (temperature, rainfall, wind) and how they contribute to different climates, focusing on Singapore's tropical climate.
Key Questions
- What are the main elements of weather?
- How do we measure different weather elements?
- What makes Singapore's climate tropical?
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