PCS 5th Climate Zones & Environments

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What are lines of longitude?

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Lines of longitude are imaginary vertical lines that run from the North Pole to the South Pole, measuring the distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.

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What are lines of latitude?

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Lines of latitude are imaginary horizontal lines that run parallel to the equator, measuring the distance north or south of the equator.

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What is the temperate climate zone?

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The temperate climate zone is characterized by moderate temperatures, with hot summers and cold winters.

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What is a desert?

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A desert is a barren region with little or no rainfall, usually sandy and without trees.

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What is the polar climate zone?

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The polar climate zone is characterized by extremely cold temperatures, where the average temperature of the warmest month is below 10 degrees Celsius.

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What is the tropical climate zone?

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The tropical climate zone is characterized by warm temperatures all year long, with high humidity and significant rainfall.

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What is the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, located at 0 degrees latitude.

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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 climate, determined by factors such as temperature, precipitation, and vegetation.

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What is a rainforest?

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A rainforest is a dense forest found in tropical areas with high rainfall, characterized by a wide variety of plants and animals.

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What is a swamp?

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A swamp is a wetland area that is dominated by trees and has standing water for part of the year.