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Climate Flashcards

1
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What are two factors that influence local climates?

A
  • Aspect

- Altitude

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What is aspect?

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The direction of which the slope is facing. Different facing slopes receive different winds

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What is an example of a hot climate?

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The equatorial climate

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What is an example of a temperate climate?

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Cool temperate oceanic climate

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What is an example of a cold climate?

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The boreal climate

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What type of temperatures does the equatorial climate receive?

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An average temp of 27, with a range of 2. It is a one season climate , meaning that it is hot all year round

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How much rainfall does the equatorial region receive?

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They receive an average of 2,000mm of rain a year. Humidity is around 80%

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What is the most common soil type in the equatorial region?

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Tropical red soils

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What type of natural vegetation is found in the equatorial region?

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Ebony, mahogany and teak

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10
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What type of human activities are common in the equatorial climate?

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Deforestation of the amazon

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What temperatures are most common in the cool temperate oceanic climate?

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14-20 in summer and usually above 0 in winter

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What is the average rainfall in the cool temperate oceanic climate?

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2,000mm

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13
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What type of soil is found in the cool temperate oceanic?

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Brown earth soils

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What type of trees are found in the cool temperate oceanic climate?

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Deciduous trees like oak, ash, elm

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What is the most common human activity in the cool temperate oceanic climate?

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Farming

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16
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What is the range of temperatures for the boreal climate?

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-15 to 15 degrees C

17
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How much precipitation does the boreal climate receive?

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Annual precipitation is 400mm

18
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What are the most common soil types found in the boreal climate?

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Podzol soils- very acidic

19
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What type of natural vegetation is found in the boreal climate?

A

Deciduous trees. The taiga forest is in the boreal region

20
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How have the deciduous trees adapted to the harsh climate?

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  • Thick bark
  • They are cone shaped and have flexible branches
  • Seeds are protected in pin cones
  • Their shallow roots avoid permafrost and absorb moisture
  • The dense forest creates warmth in the winter
21
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What type of h man activity is most common in the boreal climate?

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