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Presently, the most widely used classification system was derived by ______.
Presently, the most widely used classification system was derived by ______.
Wladimir Koppen
The Koppen system of climate classification is based on ______.
The Koppen system of climate classification is based on ______.
temperature and precipitation
Of the main Koppen climate zones, ______ is the only one that does not occur in the Southern Hemisphere.
Of the main Koppen climate zones, ______ is the only one that does not occur in the Southern Hemisphere.
D
A small island on the Equator would most likely be classified ______.
A small island on the Equator would most likely be classified ______.
In the Tropical Monsoonal Climates, summer is NOT the warmest season because of ______.
In the Tropical Monsoonal Climates, summer is NOT the warmest season because of ______.
The B climates are dry most usually because of lack of ______.
The B climates are dry most usually because of lack of ______.
The climate type for the desert areas is ______.
The climate type for the desert areas is ______.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the midlatitude desert climate type?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the midlatitude desert climate type?
Mediterranean climates experience dry summers because of ______.
Mediterranean climates experience dry summers because of ______.
Which of the following climates does NOT have a summer wetter than its winter?
Which of the following climates does NOT have a summer wetter than its winter?
Which climate type is known for clear skies in the summertime?
Which climate type is known for clear skies in the summertime?
The area closely associated with D climates is ______.
The area closely associated with D climates is ______.
In subarctic (Dfc, Dfd, Dwc, Dwd) climates, which of the following explains the presence of continuous, thin snow cover for many months of the year?
In subarctic (Dfc, Dfd, Dwc, Dwd) climates, which of the following explains the presence of continuous, thin snow cover for many months of the year?
Which of the following is FALSE of the Highland (H) climates?
Which of the following is FALSE of the Highland (H) climates?
Over the ENTIRE past 700 million years has been ______.
Over the ENTIRE past 700 million years has been ______.
Mediterranean climates receive almost all their precipitation from cyclonic storms.
Mediterranean climates receive almost all their precipitation from cyclonic storms.
Rainfall is absent in Cfb climates in the summer.
Rainfall is absent in Cfb climates in the summer.
The lowest temperature ever recorded was recorded in Antarctica.
The lowest temperature ever recorded was recorded in Antarctica.
Icecap climates often have very strong winds blowing off of their surfaces.
Icecap climates often have very strong winds blowing off of their surfaces.
Latitude seems to be the most important control of Highland climates.
Latitude seems to be the most important control of Highland climates.
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Study Notes
Climate Classification and Key Terms
- The widely used climate classification system was developed by Wladimir Koppen.
- Koppen climate classification is determined by temperature and precipitation patterns.
Koppen Climate Zones
- The 'D' climate zone is unique as it only exists in the Northern Hemisphere.
- Tropical regions near the Equator typically fall under the 'A' classification.
Tropical Monsoonal Climates
- In Tropical Monsoonal Climates, summer is not the warmest season due to increased cloud cover.
B Climates and Desert Areas
- B climates are classified as dry primarily due to insufficient uplift of air.
- Desert climates are designated as BW in the Koppen system.
Midlatitude Desert Climate Characteristics
- Midlatitude deserts do not experience a winter maximum of precipitation.
Mediterranean Climates
- Mediterranean climates have dry summers attributed to the subtropical high-pressure system.
- Precipitation in Mediterranean climates primarily comes from cyclonic storms.
Climate Patterns and Characteristics
- Mediterranean climates are characterized by a dry summer and do not experience wetter summers compared to winters.
- 'Csa' climates are known for their clear skies during the summer months.
D Climates and Geography
- D climates are commonly associated with regions like Canada.
- In subarctic climates (Dfc, Dfd, Dwc, Dwd), prolonged thin snow cover is due to low rates of evapotranspiration.
Highland Climates
- Highland (H) climates can occur at tropical latitudes, contrary to some beliefs.
Global Climate Trends
- Over the past 700 million years, Earth has experienced an overall trend of global cooling.
True/False Climate Statements
- Mediterranean climates receive nearly all precipitation from cyclonic storms (True).
- Cfb climates do not experience summer rainfall (False).
- The coldest temperature recorded on Earth was in Antarctica (True).
- Icecap climates are characterized by strong winds from ice surfaces (True).
- Latitude is not the primary factor influencing Highland climates (False).
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