Distance From The Equator Flashcards
1
Q
What happens if you are further away from the equator?
A
There is less sunlight and it is colder
2
Q
True or false
At the equator the suns Ray’s hit Turkey earth at an angle. If false explain why
A
False
The suns Ray’s hit the earth almost directly from above
3
Q
At the poles is more heat lost to the atmosphere?
A
Yes
4
Q
Why is it hotter at the equator than at the poles?
A
It is hotter beacuse less heat is absorbed or reflected before it reaches the earth’s surface
5
Q
Why is it colder at the poles than at the equator?
A
It is colder because heat is lost to the atmosphere because it has a longer distance to travel through the atmosphere
6
Q
What climate does the majority of South Africa have?
A
Sub - tropical
7
Q
Is latitude an important factor of precipitation?
A
No
