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Rainfall And Climate Zones Flashcards

1
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What are the three main types of rainfall?

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Conventional, frontal, and relief rainfall.

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2
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True or False: Conventional rainfall occurs when warm air rises and cools.

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True

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3
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Fill in the blank: Frontal rainfall is caused by the meeting of ______ air masses.

A

cold and warm

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4
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What type of rainfall is common in mountainous regions?

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Relief rainfall

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5
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Multiple Choice: Which type of rainfall is associated with thunderstorms? A) Frontal B) Conventional C) Relief

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B) Conventional

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6
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What climate zone is characterized by high temperatures and high rainfall throughout the year?

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Tropical rainforest climate

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7
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True or False: The Mediterranean climate is known for its dry summers.

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True

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8
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What is another term for the temperate climate zone?

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Mild climate zone

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9
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Fill in the blank: The polar climate zone is characterized by ______ temperatures.

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cold

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10
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Multiple Choice: Which climate zone has the highest annual precipitation? A) Desert B) Temperate C) Tropical

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C) Tropical

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11
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What is the primary factor that influences climate zones?

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Latitude

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12
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True or False: Deserts receive less than 250 mm of rainfall per year.

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True

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13
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What type of climate is characterized by dry conditions and extreme temperature variations?

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Desert climate

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14
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Fill in the blank: The ______ climate zone has four distinct seasons.

A

Temperate

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15
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Multiple Choice: Which type of rainfall often occurs in coastal areas? A) Relief B) Frontal C) Conventional

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B) Frontal

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16
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What is the main characteristic of a continental climate?

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Large temperature differences between summer and winter.

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17
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True or False: The rainforest climate zone is found near the poles.

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False

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18
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What climate zone is known for its short, cool summers and long, cold winters?

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Subarctic climate

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19
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Fill in the blank: Humid subtropical climates are characterized by ______ summers.

20
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Multiple Choice: Which climate zone is typically found at high altitudes? A) Tropical B) Polar C) Mountain

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C) Mountain

21
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What type of rainfall contributes to the formation of rain shadows?

A

Relief rainfall

22
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True or False: Climate zones can change over time due to global warming.

23
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What is the climate zone called that experiences a seasonal monsoon?

A

Tropical monsoon climate

24
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Fill in the blank: The ______ climate zone is characterized by a lack of vegetation.

25
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Multiple Choice: Which climate has the highest biodiversity? A) Desert B) Tropical rainforest C) Tundra

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B) Tropical rainforest

26
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What is the primary cause of seasonal changes in climate zones?

A

Earth’s tilt and orbit around the sun.

27
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True or False: The tundra climate has a permafrost layer.

28
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What type of rainfall is generally associated with frontal systems?

A

Frontal rainfall

29
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Fill in the blank: The ______ climate zone has mild winters and hot summers.

A

Mediterranean

30
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Multiple Choice: Which climate zone is least affected by seasonal changes? A) Tropical B) Polar C) Temperate

A

A) Tropical

31
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What type of precipitation is often measured in millimeters?

32
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True or False: Climate zones are static and do not change over time.

33
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What is the primary climatic feature of arid regions?

A

Low precipitation

34
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Fill in the blank: The ______ zone is characterized by very cold temperatures and ice.

35
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Multiple Choice: Which climate zone usually has the most fertile soil? A) Desert B) Temperate C) Tropical

A

B) Temperate

36
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What is the significance of the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ)?

A

It is where trade winds converge, leading to high precipitation.

37
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True or False: Ocean currents can influence climate zones.

38
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What type of climate is typically found in areas with high elevation?

A

Alpine climate

39
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Fill in the blank: The ______ climate zone experiences heavy rainfall and high humidity.

40
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Multiple Choice: Which climate type is characterized by a short growing season? A) Tropical B) Subarctic C) Mediterranean

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B) Subarctic

41
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What type of climate is characterized by warm, wet summers and cool, dry winters?

A

Humid subtropical climate

42
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True or False: The tundra climate has a rich variety of plant life.

43
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What type of rainfall is most common in equatorial regions?

A

Conventional rainfall

44
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Fill in the blank: The ______ climate zone is often associated with the presence of glaciers.

45
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Multiple Choice: Which climate zone is characterized by seasonal temperature extremes? A) Tropical B) Polar C) Continental

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C) Continental

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