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What typically characterizes the temperature range in locations near the center of a large landmass?
What typically characterizes the temperature range in locations near the center of a large landmass?
Inland areas generally have warmer winters compared to areas near water.
Inland areas generally have warmer winters compared to areas near water.
False
What effect does wind direction have on the sides of mountain ranges?
What effect does wind direction have on the sides of mountain ranges?
It determines which side is windward and which is leeward.
Belts of high pressure produce _____ climates, which can lead to deserts.
Belts of high pressure produce _____ climates, which can lead to deserts.
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Match the following sides of mountains with their characteristics:
Match the following sides of mountains with their characteristics:
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What are the five factors that influence climate?
What are the five factors that influence climate?
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Areas near large bodies of water experience more dramatic shifts in temperature than those further away.
Areas near large bodies of water experience more dramatic shifts in temperature than those further away.
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What is the definition of precipitation?
What is the definition of precipitation?
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The distance from the equator is known as ___.
The distance from the equator is known as ___.
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What causes temperatures to be cooler at higher elevations?
What causes temperatures to be cooler at higher elevations?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What primarily affects the climate of a region?
What primarily affects the climate of a region?
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Areas located on the leeward side of a body of water tend to receive more ___.
Areas located on the leeward side of a body of water tend to receive more ___.
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What type of climate do belts of high pressure produce?
What type of climate do belts of high pressure produce?
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Windward sides of mountain ranges receive lower than average precipitation.
Windward sides of mountain ranges receive lower than average precipitation.
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Name one factor that influences weather.
Name one factor that influences weather.
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Locations near the center of a large landmass tend to have _____ climates.
Locations near the center of a large landmass tend to have _____ climates.
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Match the following types of pressure belts with their effects:
Match the following types of pressure belts with their effects:
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What primarily determines the climate of a particular region?
What primarily determines the climate of a particular region?
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Humidity refers to the temperature of the air.
Humidity refers to the temperature of the air.
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What effect does elevation have on temperature?
What effect does elevation have on temperature?
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Water heats and cools more slowly than ___.
Water heats and cools more slowly than ___.
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Match the following weather-related terms with their definitions:
Match the following weather-related terms with their definitions:
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Which factor does NOT influence climate?
Which factor does NOT influence climate?
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Coastal areas typically have more severe seasonal temperature variations than inland areas.
Coastal areas typically have more severe seasonal temperature variations than inland areas.
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Study Notes
Weather vs. Climate
- Weather describes the atmospheric conditions at a specific time and place.
- Climate is the long-term average weather pattern in a region.
- Climate is more predictable than weather.
- Climate is influenced by factors such as latitude, elevation, proximity to water, topography, and wind currents.
Factors Influencing Climate
- Latitude: Distance from the equator; determines the amount of direct sunlight and thus temperature. As latitude increases, average yearly temperature generally decreases.
- Elevation: Height above sea level; higher elevations generally have lower temperatures.
- Proximity to Water: Bodies of water moderate temperature fluctuations; coastal areas experience less extreme temperature changes (warmer winters, cooler summers) compared to inland areas. Precipitation is also increased in areas near bodies of water, especially on the windward side.
- Topography: Physical features like mountains; mountains affect precipitation (windward sides receive more rain, leeward sides less), and temperature (windward sides are cooler).
- Wind Currents: Air movement influences temperature and precipitation distribution. Windward sides of mountains and large bodies of water receive more precipitation. Ocean currents also influence temperature, warming eastern coasts and cooling western coasts.
Climate and Atmospheric Conditions
- Temperature: A measure of how warm or cool the air is.
- Humidity: The amount of water vapor in the air.
- Precipitation: Water that falls from the atmosphere as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
- Air Pressure: The weight of the atmosphere pressing down on Earth's surface.
- Wind: Moving air.
Climate Variations
- Spatial Variations: Different climates exist globally due to Earth's tilt and rotation, as well as land and water distribution, particularly latitude.
- Land vs. Water: Water heats and cools more slowly than land. Locations near large bodies of water have less temperature variation. Inland areas conversely have wider temperature ranges.
- High vs. Low Pressure: Belts of low pressure tend to bring heavy precipitation, while belts of high pressure often lead to dry climates.
Climate and Physical Features
- Large Landmasses: Areas in the center of large landmasses often experience wide temperature ranges and drier conditions.
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Test your knowledge on the differences between weather and climate. This quiz covers various factors that influence climate, including latitude, elevation, and proximity to water. Discover how these elements shape our understanding of atmospheric conditions over time.
