Climate Classifications

Front

What is the climate classification where the average temperature of the warmest month is below 10 degrees Celsius?

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Polar

Front

Which climate zone is considered the coldest?

Back

Polar

Front

What has a lower albedo: an asphalt parking lot or a snow-covered field?

Back

Asphalt parking lot

Front

If the ice covering 10% of Earth melts, what could happen to Earth’s temperature?

Back

Increase

Front

What does 'elevation' refer to?

Back

The height of land above sea level.

Front

What is the climate zone characterized by warm temperatures and high precipitation?

Back

Tropical

Front

What is the term for a large region characterized by a specific type of climate and certain types of plants and animals?

Back

Biome

Front

What is the primary factor that influences climate in a region?

Back

Latitude.

Front

What is the effect of urbanization on local climate?

Back

Urban Heat Island effect.

Front

What is the term for the movement of air that can affect weather patterns?

Back

Atmospheric circulation.