Climate Zone Flashcard

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What is a climate zone?

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A climate zone is a region of the Earth that has a specific pattern of weather conditions, including temperature and precipitation.

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What are the main climate zones?

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The main climate zones are tropical, temperate, polar, and arid.

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What characterizes the tropical climate zone?

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The tropical climate zone is characterized by hot and wet weather, with high temperatures and significant rainfall throughout the year.

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What is a temperate climate zone?

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A temperate climate zone has moderate temperatures and distinct seasons, including warm summers and cold winters.

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What happens to trees in a temperate climate during autumn?

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In a temperate climate, many trees lose their leaves in autumn as a way to conserve water and energy during the cold winter months.

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What defines a polar climate zone?

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A polar climate zone is characterized by very cold temperatures, with long winters and short summers, and little precipitation.

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What is an arid climate zone?

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An arid climate zone is very dry, receiving very little rainfall, and often has hot temperatures, like deserts.

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How do clouds affect temperature?

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Having many clouds in a place can lead to cooler temperatures because clouds block sunlight from reaching the ground.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.