UK In The 21st Century Flashcards
1
Q
Population density
(Definition)
A
Total number of people living in a given area
2
Q
Population density
(Equation)
A
Total population/ Total land area
3
Q
Rain Shadow
(Definition)
A
An area on the far side of the mountain where there is little rain
4
Q
Relief Rainfall
(Steps-5)
A
1.Prevailing winds pick up moisture from the sea, making air moist
2. Moist air reaches coast and is forced to rise over mountains and hills
3. This forces the air to cool and condense, forming clouds
4. Air continues to rise and rains as it gets to the top of the mountain
5. Clouds rain all the water out and air gets cool and drops down the rain shadow