climate flashcard

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What 3 factors are looked at for climate?

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temperature, rainfall and plant life

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Which area is warm, muggy and rainy year round?

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equator

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what is the name of seasonal winds that bring dry or moist air?

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monsoons

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tropical rainforests have _______ and _________

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warm temps and heavy rain

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Tropical savanna has long hot, dry seasons followed by short period of _________.

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rain

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Tropical savanna does not receive rainfall to support dense forests.

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true

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what is earths hottest/driest climate? Options: savanna, tundra, highlands, desert

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desert

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Deserts have _________

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hot days and cool nights

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Steppe is also known as

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grasslands and prairies

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what does temperate mean?

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mild or moderate