Climate Challenge

What are climate zones?

• Areas of the Earth with similar geological formations.

• Areas of the Earth with similar vegetation and animal life.

• Areas of the Earth with similar weather patterns and climatic conditions.

• Areas of the Earth with different weather patterns and climatic conditions.

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Which climate zone is characterized by hot and dry weather?

• tundra

• rainforest

• arctic

• desert

Which climate zone is characterized by cold and snowy weather?

• tropical climate zone

• temperate climate zone

• arid climate zone

• polar climate zone

Which climate zone is characterized by mild and moderate weather?

• temperate

• desert

• arctic

• tropical

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What is the main factor that influences climate?

• Solar radiation

• Wind patterns

• Greenhouse gases

• Ocean currents

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Which of the following is NOT an influence on climate?

• Greenhouse gases.

• Ocean currents.

• Volcanic activity

• Solar radiation.

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Which climate zone is characterized by heavy rainfall and lush vegetation?

• Mediterranean

• Arctic tundra

• Tropical rainforest

• Desert

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Which climate zone is characterized by very low temperatures and little precipitation?

• polar

• temperate

• arid

• tropical

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Which climate zone is characterized by extreme temperature changes throughout the year?

• continental

• oceanic

• polar

• tropical

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What is the term for the average weather conditions in an area over a long period of time?

• climate

• precipitation

• temperature

• weather

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