Prarie Climate Flashcards

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Is parries dry or wet and why?

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It is drier because the moisture from the Pacific Ocean is blocked by the mountains.

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Where is the prairie climate found?

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Farther west, and in the interior of the country.

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Describe the vegetation in Praries

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Grass is short, but with deep root systems that keep the soil from blowing away

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Describe the temperatures in Praries.

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Summers are hot and winters very cold. There is a constant wind

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Why is there a constant wind in Praries?

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Because there are no natural barriers like trees around. It is flat and wide open.

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