factors affecting microclimate Flashcards
1
Q
what is an isotherm
A
a line of equal temperature
2
Q
what is a microclimate
A
climate on a small scale
3
Q
what is urban heat island
A
urban areas that are warmer than their rural surroundings
4
Q
what is the temperature difference at night between urban and rural areas
A
12 degrees celcius
5
Q
what are urban areas warmer
A
dark surfaces absorb solar radiation and heat up quicker
higher levels of pollutants, these trap the heat
lack of evaporation in the city so it cant release the heat
shape of the city (topography)
buildings trap the heat
suns energy is absorbed by buildings
6
Q
why are rural areas cooler
A
because of the buildings, it blocks the wind making it warmer in urban areas compared to rural areas which is mostly flat, open areas therefore there is alot of cold wind
