climate zones Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 4 different climate zones?
A
polar
temperate
tropical
arid(dry)
2
Q
2 characteristics of polar climate:
A
Only in Arctic and Antarctic regions.
Temperature and precipitation is low all year round.
3
Q
2 characteristics of temperate climate:
A
Mild summers and winters.Rainfall is frequent.
They are north and south of the dry zone.
4
Q
2 characteristics of tropical climate:
A
Temperature is hot all the time and rainfall is high.Usually near the equator.
They are close to the equator.
5
Q
2 characteristics of arid climate:
A
Rainfall is low all or most of the year.Temperatures are hot or warm.
Immediately north and south of tropical zones.
