Climate (4/6) Flashcards
1
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Climate
A
describes the weather conditions in the area over a long period of time
2
Q
Solar Energy
A
the amount of energy from the sun that an area receives
3
Q
Latitude
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the angular distance in degrees north and south of the equator
4
Q
Topography
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the surface features of a combine area, Influences winds
5
Q
Elevation
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the height of an area above sea level, Influences temperature
6
Q
Surface currents
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currents on the surface of the ocean
7
Q
3 major climate zones
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temperate, polar and tropical
8
Q
Temperate
A
have temperature below 64 degrees F
9
Q
Polar
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have temperatures at or below 50 degrees
10
Q
Tropical
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have high temperatures 64 degrees and above
