Locational Factors Flashcards
1
Q
What does it mean if a place is further away from water?
A
The place is dryer and usually has extreme ranges in temperature.
2
Q
What causes deserts?
A
Deserts are caused by the lack of nearby water to regulate the temperature and keep the area thriving.
3
Q
How does water regulate temperature?
A
Water doesn’t change temperature much and the wind is constantly blowing off water. Due to wind carrying the temperature of water as it blows off, area’s closer to the water will have a regulated/around the same temperatures all year round.
4
Q
What does it mean if a country is further North?
A
More rain.
