Factors Affecting Temperature

Factors Affecting Temperature

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Science, Geography, Biology

10th - 12th Grade

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The video explains how elevation and ocean currents affect temperature. Higher elevations are cooler, which is why mountain tops are colder than valleys. Oceans moderate coastal temperatures, cooling them in summer and warming them in winter. Ocean currents, like the Gulf Stream, also influence climate by transporting warm or cold water to different regions.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do coastal regions experience temperature changes in summer and winter?

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What role do ocean currents play in affecting climate?

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