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How does latitude primarily affect the climate of a region?
How does latitude primarily affect the climate of a region?
- By influencing the amount of solar radiation received. (correct)
- By defining the elevation above or below sea level.
- By altering the composition of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
- By determining the proximity to large bodies of water.
If a location experiences a temperature drop of 13 degrees Celsius due to altitude, approximately how many meters has it increased in elevation?
If a location experiences a temperature drop of 13 degrees Celsius due to altitude, approximately how many meters has it increased in elevation?
- 2000 meters (correct)
- 6500 meters
- 1000 meters
- 4000 meters
Which of these is the most accurate comparison between weather and climate?
Which of these is the most accurate comparison between weather and climate?
- Weather includes only temperature and precipitation, while climate includes all atmospheric variables.
- Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions; climate is the long-term pattern of weather. (correct)
- Weather and climate are essentially the same, differing only in local terminology.
- Weather is the long-term average of atmospheric conditions, while climate is the daily condition.
How do large bodies of water affect the temperature of coastal regions during the summer?
How do large bodies of water affect the temperature of coastal regions during the summer?
Why is the air thinner at higher altitudes?
Why is the air thinner at higher altitudes?
Which of the following best explains why land heats up faster than water?
Which of the following best explains why land heats up faster than water?
What impact do greenhouse gases have on the Earth's temperature, and why are they less effective at higher altitudes?
What impact do greenhouse gases have on the Earth's temperature, and why are they less effective at higher altitudes?
How does the temperature of air above land typically compare to the temperature of air above the sea during the daytime, and what effect does this have?
How does the temperature of air above land typically compare to the temperature of air above the sea during the daytime, and what effect does this have?
Why do places near bodies of water generally have more moderate temperatures compared to inland areas?
Why do places near bodies of water generally have more moderate temperatures compared to inland areas?
How does topography, specifically mountainous regions, influence precipitation patterns?
How does topography, specifically mountainous regions, influence precipitation patterns?
Which of the following best describes the 'windward side' of a mountain range?
Which of the following best describes the 'windward side' of a mountain range?
How do ocean currents contribute to regulating global temperatures?
How do ocean currents contribute to regulating global temperatures?
What is the primary effect of warm ocean currents on the climate of coastal regions?
What is the primary effect of warm ocean currents on the climate of coastal regions?
What is the Coriolis Effect, and how does it influence the direction of moving air masses in the Northern Hemisphere?
What is the Coriolis Effect, and how does it influence the direction of moving air masses in the Northern Hemisphere?
A coastal city is experiencing unusually cold temperatures during the summer. Which of the following is the most likely cause, assuming the city is not in a high-latitude region?
A coastal city is experiencing unusually cold temperatures during the summer. Which of the following is the most likely cause, assuming the city is not in a high-latitude region?
In what ways does the ocean act as a 'heat-retaining solar panel'?
In what ways does the ocean act as a 'heat-retaining solar panel'?
Flashcards
Topography
Topography
The study of land forms and features on Earth's surface.
Windward Side
Windward Side
The side of a mountain where wind hits and causes precipitation.
Coriolis Effect
Coriolis Effect
The deflection of moving objects due to Earth's rotation.
Ocean Currents
Ocean Currents
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Effects of Water Bodies
Effects of Water Bodies
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Mountain Impact on Precipitation
Mountain Impact on Precipitation
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Warm vs Cold Ocean Currents
Warm vs Cold Ocean Currents
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Solar Radiation Absorption
Solar Radiation Absorption
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Climate vs. Weather
Climate vs. Weather
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Latitude
Latitude
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Altitude
Altitude
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Temperature drop per altitude
Temperature drop per altitude
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Bodies of Water
Bodies of Water
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Coastal Climate
Coastal Climate
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Land vs. Water Heating
Land vs. Water Heating
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Air temperature variation
Air temperature variation
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Study Notes
Climate vs. Weather
- Weather is the condition of the atmosphere at a specific place and time. It can change in a few minutes or hours.
- Climate is the general pattern of weather in a certain area over a long period of time. It takes a very long time to change (typically 30 years or more).
- The difference between weather and climate is a matter of time.
Factors Affecting Climate
1. Latitude
- Latitude is the measurement of distance north and south of the equator.
- Imaginary lines that form circles around the Earth, parallel to the equator.
- Latitude influences climate because different latitudes receive different amounts of solar radiation.
2. Altitude
- Altitude refers to the elevation of a place above sea level.
- Air temperature generally decreases as altitude increases.
- For every 1000 meters of altitude gain, there is a drop of 6.5 degrees Celsius.
- Higher elevation translates to thinner air.
3. Bodies of Water
- Large bodies of water (oceans, seas, and lakes) moderate climate.
- Water heats and cools more slowly than land.
- Coastal regions tend to be cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter compared to inland areas.
- Land absorbs and releases heat faster than water.
4. Topography
- Topography is the study of the forms and features of land surfaces.
- Landforms (e.g., mountains) can impact the amount of precipitation in a region.
- The windward side of a mountain range receives more precipitation due to upward-moving air that condenses and forms clouds.
- The leeward side of a mountain range experiences less precipitation because the air moving down the mountain warms and dries.
5. Ocean Currents
- Ocean currents play a crucial role in regulating global temperatures.
- Ocean currents transport heat around the planet, affecting regional climates.
- Warm ocean currents can moderate climates by bringing warmer temperatures to coastal areas, while cold currents can cause cooler climates.
- The Coriolis effect influences the direction of ocean currents—to the right in the northern hemisphere and to the left in the southern hemisphere.
- The amount of solar radiation absorbed by the ocean is significant, acting like a heat-retaining solar panel, especially in tropical waters.
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