16 Questions
What is the main difference between weather and climate?
Weather is the day-to-day changes in the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term pattern of weather.
What factors influence the temperature in a particular location?
Latitude, proximity to large bodies of water, and elevation
What is the Orographic effect characterized by?
Moist air and precipitation
How does the Rain shadow effect occur?
On the leeward slope of a mountain with dry air and less rainfall
What does ecological footprint measure?
Humanity's use of resources against Earth's capacity to regenerate
How can climate change impact soil productivity?
Lead to lower soil productivity
How does altitude affect temperature in a place?
Temperature drops about 1° for every 160(m) of altitude
What is the effect of prevailing winds on the leeward side of mountains?
It is dry
In general, how do continental interiors differ from ocean areas in terms of climate?
Continental interiors have narrower temperature ranges
What is the prevailing wind system in a region characterized by?
Wind blowing predominantly from a specific direction
What is the definition of climate according to the text?
The average of daily weather patterns over a long period of time
Which factor primarily determines the average yearly temperature in a region?
Latitude
In which climate zone are you likely to find constant high temperatures and frequent rain?
Tropical zone
What is the primary climate control that influences the temperature range and average yearly temperature?
Distance from the equator
Which hemisphere is located below the equator?
Southern Hemisphere
What type of temperatures can be expected in the Arctic climate zone?
Frigid and perpetual cold
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