Climate Flashcard

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What is a polar climate?

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A polar climate is consistently cool.

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What is the rainy side of a mountain called?

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The rainy side of a mountain is called the leeward side.

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How does the Gulf Stream affect London, England?

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London is warmer than it should be, based on its latitude.

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How does elevation affect the climate of an area?

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As elevation increases, air temperature decreases.

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At which latitude would you expect to find the warmest air temperatures?

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0° latitude is where you would expect to find the warmest air temperatures.

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What is the definition of climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term trends.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth’s surface due to trapped heat by greenhouse gases.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, such as carbon dioxide and methane.

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What is the significance of the equator in climate?

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The equator receives the most direct sunlight, resulting in warmer temperatures.