LAPDOG Flashcards

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what does LAPDOG stand for

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L-latitude
A-altitude
P-prevailing winds
D-distance from sea
O-ocean currents
G-great diving rangers

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what is latitude

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the angular distance of a place north or south of the earths equator, or of the equator of a celestial object, usually expressed in degrees

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what is altitude

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the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level

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what are prevailing winds

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existing at a particular time current such as a hot, strong, gusty wind

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what is the distance from the sea

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a measure of the difference between continental and marine climates characterised by the increase range of temperature that occurs over land, compared with water

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what are ocean currents

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the continuous, predictable, directional movement of seawater driven by gravity, wind and water density

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what are great dividing rangers

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a rain shadow is an area of significantly reduced rainfall behind a mountainous region, on the side facing away from prevailing winds, known as its leeward side

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