L 4.3: Climate

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What factor that affects climate impacts wind patterns and the transfer of energy in an area?

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Topography

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What type of solar energy do latitudes closer to the equator receive compared to latitudes away from the equator?

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More solar energy

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What is the effect of being closer to the equator on temperature?

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Warmer temperatures

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Which letter represents a line of longitude on a map?

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T

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What is the term for the stream-like movement of water in the ocean that affects weather and climate?

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Surface currents

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True or False: The uneven heating of the Earth by the sun causes air pressure differences and wind.

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TRUE

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What is the primary cause of wind patterns on Earth?

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Differences in air pressure due to uneven heating

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Define 'topography' in the context of climate.

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The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area, which can influence climate.

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What role do surface currents play in climate?

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They help distribute heat across the oceans, affecting weather patterns.

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How does latitude affect climate?

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Latitude influences the amount of solar energy received, affecting temperature and climate zones.

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