ITCZ, Cyclone, Heatwave, UK Climate. Flashcards
What does ITCZ stand for?
Inter Tropical Convergence Zone.
Why does the ITCZ position on earth vary?
Due to the tilt of the earth’s axis.
Is the ITCZ position on earth lower or higher in July?
Higher.
Does low pressure or high pressure create cyclones?
Low pressure.
What temperature does the sea need to be to allow the formation of a cyclone?
27 degrees celsius.
What does the coriolis force do to winds?
Make them rotate.
Cyclone Pam hit what country?
Vanuatu
Does low pressure or high pressure create monsoons?
Low pressure
What country is our named example for monsoons?
India
Does low pressure or high pressure create droughts?
High pressure
What is the difference between the word heatwave and drought?
Heatwave is unusual weather for that time of year whereas a drought is a long period of time that has had little precipitation.
What are the two key impacts of heatwaves and drought in California?
- Lack of water
- Wildfires
What do we mean by maritime?
Conditions of land close to the sea
What five factors affect the UK climate?
- Latitude
- Aspect
- Altitude
- Ocean Currents
- Jet Stream
What is a depression?
Low air pressure system
