Factors affecting climate

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Average weather condition of a place over a long period of time over a large area.

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Climate

Front

What changes from day to day?

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Weather

Front

Which area receives direct sunlight? Options: Tropic of Cancer, Arctic Circle, Equator

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Equator

Front

The amount of water vapour in the air is known as

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Humidity

Front

What determines the major climate zones?

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latitude

Front

Describe the climate for the tropical zone.

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Very hot

Front

Which of the following is not a factor influencing climate?
A. Altitude
B. Latitude
C. Longitude
D. Ocean Current

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Longitude

Front

Do areas of land near the ocean tend to have extreme or mild climates?

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mild

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Why do latitudes closest to the equator have warmer climates?

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They receive more solar energy.

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Factors Affecting the Climate: Latitude, Altitude, Wind, Distance from the Ocean, Humidity

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Latitude, Altitude, Wind, Distance from the Ocean, Humidity