variations of air temperature across the earth´s surface Flashcards
1
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rotation
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earth´s rotation on its own axis -24hrs
2
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revolution
A
earth´s revolution around the sun-1 year
3
Q
What is the effect of earth´s rotation on air temperature
A
As the earth rotates , the side that faces the sun experiences day time and receives solar radiation thus this results in higher air temperature
As side faces away from sun it experiences night time where there is no solar radiation thus there is lower air temperature
4
Q
latitude
A
temperatures are lower at higher latitudes
5
Q
altitude
A
temperatures are lower at higher altitude
6
Q
dark surfaces
A
dark surfaces absorbs and radiates heat thus air temperatures rises
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