Climate/Climate Zones

What is a sea breeze?

• Cooler air moving inland from the ocean.

• Warm air moving towards the ocean from the land.

• A type of ocean current that flows away from the shore.

• A weather phenomenon that occurs only at night.

What is climate?

• Weather conditions in an area over a long period of time.

• The daily atmospheric conditions in a specific location.

• The average temperature of a region during a single season.

• The short-term variations in weather patterns.

What factors affect the climate of a region?

• Latitude, nearby water, elevation.

• Longitude, ocean currents, humidity.

• Altitude, vegetation, wind patterns.

• Population density, industrial activity, soil type.

What is the greenhouse effect?

• The process by which certain gases trap heat in the atmosphere, warming the planet.

• A method of cooling the Earth by reflecting sunlight back into space.

• The phenomenon where plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen.

• A natural cycle of heating and cooling of the Earth's surface.

What is an oceanic climate zone?

• A climate zone characterized by extreme temperatures and low precipitation, typically found in deserts.

• A climate zone with mild temperatures and high precipitation, often found near coastlines.

• A climate zone with hot summers and cold winters, commonly found in continental regions.

• A climate zone that experiences heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures year-round, usually found in polar regions.

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather refers to the average conditions over a long period, while climate is the atmospheric condition at a specific time.

• Weather is the condition of the atmosphere at a specific time, while climate is the average weather over a long period.

• Weather and climate are the same and can be used interchangeably.

• Weather is only about temperature, while climate includes humidity and wind patterns.

What is the impact of nearby water on climate?

• Nearby water bodies moderate temperatures, leading to milder climates.

• Nearby water bodies increase humidity, causing more rainfall.

• Nearby water bodies have no effect on climate.

• Nearby water bodies cause extreme weather conditions.

What climate zone is located near the equator?

• Tropical climate zone.

• Desert climate zone.

• Temperate climate zone.

• Polar climate zone.

What are the characteristics of tropical climate zones?

• Cold temperatures year-round, low humidity, and minimal rainfall.

• Warm temperatures year-round, high humidity, and significant rainfall.

• Mild temperatures with seasonal changes and moderate rainfall.

• Cool temperatures, low humidity, and frequent snowfall.

What is the significance of latitude in climate?

• Latitude determines the amount of rainfall in an area.

• Latitude affects the amount of sunlight received, influencing temperature and climate.

• Latitude has no impact on climate conditions.

• Latitude only affects the seasons, not the overall climate.