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An area defined by characteristic, long-term weather patterns is called?
An area defined by characteristic, long-term weather patterns is called?
- a biome
- a climatic region (correct)
- an average weather place
- an ecosystem
Many of the desert regions of the southwestern U.S. have developed as a result of?
Many of the desert regions of the southwestern U.S. have developed as a result of?
- their interior position within the continent
- the presence of mountains to the west of their location
- their location within a low-pressure zone
- all of the above
- A and B only (correct)
Climate is?
Climate is?
- the weather of a region
- a reference to temperature patterns only
- the long-term atmospheric conditions, including extremes that may occur (correct)
- the short-term condition of the atmosphere
As distance from the equator increases, seasonal variation in temperature tends to?
As distance from the equator increases, seasonal variation in temperature tends to?
Which climate is characterized by the largest change in monthly average temperatures?
Which climate is characterized by the largest change in monthly average temperatures?
Based on principles discussed earlier in the course, you know that coastal areas located adjacent to cold ocean currents experience __________.
Based on principles discussed earlier in the course, you know that coastal areas located adjacent to cold ocean currents experience __________.
In which of the following areas would the least amount of precipitation occur?
In which of the following areas would the least amount of precipitation occur?
Based on principles discussed earlier in the course, you know that areas dominated by maritime air masses will be relatively __________, and that those dominated by cT air masses will be relatively __________.
Based on principles discussed earlier in the course, you know that areas dominated by maritime air masses will be relatively __________, and that those dominated by cT air masses will be relatively __________.
Regarding average annual precipitation, which of the following is correct?
Regarding average annual precipitation, which of the following is correct?
Duluth, Minnesota, Moscow, and Saint Petersburg, Russia are within which climate classification?
Duluth, Minnesota, Moscow, and Saint Petersburg, Russia are within which climate classification?
Which of the following is not true of the tundra zone?
Which of the following is not true of the tundra zone?
Which of the following lists the correct, generalized sequence of climates from the equator to the poles?
Which of the following lists the correct, generalized sequence of climates from the equator to the poles?
Which type of plants grow in desert climates?
Which type of plants grow in desert climates?
A climate that is mesothermal and has a long, hot, dry summer would be designated by which of the following?
A climate that is mesothermal and has a long, hot, dry summer would be designated by which of the following?
The tropical rain forest climate receives most of its rainfall as a result of?
The tropical rain forest climate receives most of its rainfall as a result of?
Which of the following is false regarding the tropical rain forest climate?
Which of the following is false regarding the tropical rain forest climate?
Which of the following is false regarding the tropical rain forest ecosystem?
Which of the following is false regarding the tropical rain forest ecosystem?
Which of the following climate types is characterized by soils that are so wet they are extremely low in nutrients?
Which of the following climate types is characterized by soils that are so wet they are extremely low in nutrients?
The dry season in the tropical monsoon climate occurs when?
The dry season in the tropical monsoon climate occurs when?
Which of the following characterizes a tropical savanna climate?
Which of the following characterizes a tropical savanna climate?
The tropical savanna climate has?
The tropical savanna climate has?
The Pacific Northwest region of the U.S. is a moist environment because of?
The Pacific Northwest region of the U.S. is a moist environment because of?
Humid subtropical hot summer climates typically experience?
Humid subtropical hot summer climates typically experience?
Which of the following is not true of marine west-coast climates?
Which of the following is not true of marine west-coast climates?
Precipitation mechanisms in marine west-coast climates do not include which of the following?
Precipitation mechanisms in marine west-coast climates do not include which of the following?
Which of the following is false regarding the Mediterranean classification?
Which of the following is false regarding the Mediterranean classification?
Mediterranean dry-summer climates?
Mediterranean dry-summer climates?
Which of the following is true of the Mediterranean climate?
Which of the following is true of the Mediterranean climate?
Los Angeles, located in a Mediterranean climate zone, is kept __________ during the summer because of the presence of __________.
Los Angeles, located in a Mediterranean climate zone, is kept __________ during the summer because of the presence of __________.
Which type of vegetation grows in the Mediterranean climate?
Which type of vegetation grows in the Mediterranean climate?
Which of the following is not true of the humid continental, hot-summer climate regions in North America?
Which of the following is not true of the humid continental, hot-summer climate regions in North America?
Which climatic region contains and feeds the greatest number of people in the world?
Which climatic region contains and feeds the greatest number of people in the world?
Which of the following is not true of the subarctic climate regions of Canada and Asia?
Which of the following is not true of the subarctic climate regions of Canada and Asia?
The condition of the atmosphere at any given time and place is called climate.
The condition of the atmosphere at any given time and place is called climate.
Climates can be stable over several human generations, and also change over longer time periods (thousands to millions of years).
Climates can be stable over several human generations, and also change over longer time periods (thousands to millions of years).
Climatic regions are characterized by distinctive weather patterns.
Climatic regions are characterized by distinctive weather patterns.
The climate of an area can be classified in different ways depending upon the criteria used to define it.
The climate of an area can be classified in different ways depending upon the criteria used to define it.
A climograph is a mechanical instrument used for measuring climates.
A climograph is a mechanical instrument used for measuring climates.
The soils in tropical environments are nutrient-rich as indicated by the vast amount of vegetation that grows there.
The soils in tropical environments are nutrient-rich as indicated by the vast amount of vegetation that grows there.
The ITCZ migrates with the high Sun and influences the tropical monsoon climates.
The ITCZ migrates with the high Sun and influences the tropical monsoon climates.
Land in the tropics that is cleared for agricultural crop production is very fertile and will require little, if any, fertilizer to maintain intensive agriculture.
Land in the tropics that is cleared for agricultural crop production is very fertile and will require little, if any, fertilizer to maintain intensive agriculture.
The Mediterranean climate requires the use of irrigation for most crops.
The Mediterranean climate requires the use of irrigation for most crops.
Chaparral is a type of vegetation found in subarctic climates.
Chaparral is a type of vegetation found in subarctic climates.
Tundra can occur on high mountains as well as in the coastal margins of the subarctic realm.
Tundra can occur on high mountains as well as in the coastal margins of the subarctic realm.
Antarctica is buried under thousands of feet of ice because heavy snowfalls occur there each year.
Antarctica is buried under thousands of feet of ice because heavy snowfalls occur there each year.
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Study Notes
Climatic Definitions and Concepts
- A climatic region is defined by long-term weather patterns.
- Climate refers to long-term atmospheric conditions, encompassing temperature extremes and patterns.
- As distance from the equator increases, seasonal temperature variation tends to increase.
Climate Classifications
- Desert regions in the southwestern U.S. arise from their interior position and nearby mountain ranges.
- The subarctic climate has the largest monthly temperature fluctuations.
Precipitation Patterns
- Coastal areas near cold ocean currents have less precipitation than those near warm currents.
- The least precipitation occurs on the leeward side of mountains.
- Areas dominated by maritime air masses tend to be wet, while those influenced by cT air masses are dry.
Rainfall and Vegetation Types
- The tropical rain forest climate receives most rainfall through convectional uplift, with nutrient-poor soils and low light penetration at the forest floor.
- Xerophytic plants are characteristic of desert climates, while chaparral vegetation thrives in Mediterranean climates.
- Mediterranean climates experience dry summers and wet winters, requiring irrigation for agriculture.
Characteristics of Specific Climatic Zones
- The tropical savanna climate has a wet summer and dry winter, influenced by the ITCZ for only part of the year.
- Marine west-coast climates are characterized by stability provided by mP air masses and experience varied precipitation mechanisms except the ITCZ.
- The humid continental climate in North America has significant frontal activity and receives most precipitation during summer.
Geographical Influences on Climate
- The Pacific Northwest's moist environment results from maritime air masses, mountains, and prevailing winds.
- Humid subtropical climates typically see dry winters and wet summers influenced by monsoonal conditions.
- The ITCZ migrates with the sun’s position, impacting tropical monsoon climates.
Observational Concepts
- Climatology considers both stable climate over generations and longer-term shifts spanning thousands to millions of years.
- Climographs are not mechanical instruments but graphical representations showing climate data over time.
- Anthropogenic changes can affect soil fertility and agricultural viability in tropical regions.
Misconceptions and Clarifications
- The atmosphere's condition is not termed climate; it represents current weather.
- Dry conditions in Mediterranean climates arise from high-pressure systems rather than seasonal influences alone.
- Tundra exists in both high mountain regions and coastal subarctic margins, highlighting diverse climatic adaptations.
Notable Climate Characteristics
- The Mediterranean climate is marked by hot, dry summers, and the bulk of precipitation occurs in winter.
- Climates can be characterized by distinctive weather patterns with potential variations based on classification criteria.
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