10 Questions
What is the definition of climate?
The average weather over a long period of time.
How is weather defined?
The day to day condition of a particular place.
What is the main concern in tropical climate regions?
Heat and humidity
What is solar radiation?
Electromagnetic radiation emitted by the sun
What is the average minimum temperature in tropical climate regions?
Not less than 20 degrees Celsius
What is the definition of microclimate?
The climate of a small, distinct area
What are the factors influencing microclimatic conditions?
Time of the day, topography, water, ground surfaces, vegetation
In which type of climate is heat the dominant problem?
Tropical climate
What is the focus of tropical architecture?
Hot humid (tropical) climate
What is tropical design primarily concerned with?
Countries with discomfort due to heat
Test your understanding of climate versus weather with this quiz. Learn about the differences between the two concepts and how they impact our daily lives and the design of tropical architecture.
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