The Uk's Climate 2.4a, 2.4b, 2.4c.

Question 1

When was the Medieval Warm period and what happened?

Answer 1

950-1100. - higher temps created greater crop yields and a growing population due to increased solar radiation.

Question 2

When was the Little Ice Age and what happened?

Answer 2

1600-1685. - temps were low enough to freeze the Thames due to increased volcanic activity and decreased solar radiation.

Question 3

What is the UK’s climate?

Answer 3

temperate, wet climate + frontal rainfall.

Question 4

How does maritime influence impact the UK’s climate?

Answer 4

most air that reaches the UK contains lots of moisture as it is surrounded by sea, leading to rainfall all year.

Question 5

How does the North Atlantic Drift impact the UK’s climate?

Answer 5

Ocean current that brings warm water North to the UK. Makes the climate milder in winter than would be expected.

Question 6

How does the Prevailing wind impact the UK’s climate?

Answer 6

The main wind for the UK comes from the South-West. It travels over the Atlantic Ocean and brings moisture that leads to more rainfall.

Question 7

How does Atmospheric circulation impact the UK’s climate?

Answer 7

The Uk is near the boundary between the Ferrel and Polar cells. Warmer air from the South and cooler air from the North meet which causes unsettled weather.

Question 8

How does altitude impact the UK’s climate?

Answer 8

The higher an area is the cooler and wetter it is - areas in the UK vary.