2.3 Flashcards
1
Q
changes in temperature, wind direction, speed, and air moisture.
A
weather
2
Q
pattern of weather that takes place in an area over many years.
A
climate
3
Q
wind patterns that are similar over time.
A
prevailing wind
4
Q
steadily following stream of water in the ocean.
A
current
5
Q
a
A
El Nino
6
Q
a
A
La Nina
7
Q
wind pattern typical of a small area.
A
local winds
8
Q
effect of mountains that blocks rain from reaching interior regions.
A
rain shadow
9
Q
pattern of the weather that takes place in an area over many years.
A
climate
10
Q
area that includes particular kinds of plants and animals adapted to conditions there.
A
biome
11
Q
weather patterns in cities.
A
urban climate
