Weather and Climate Intro to Climate & the Midlatitudes

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What are the mid latitudes?

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The mid latitudes are located between 30° and 60° latitude.

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What is a microclimate?

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A microclimate refers to the climate of a small, specific area, such as an individual field or the area above a single building.

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What do the secondary letters in the Köppen climate classification system represent?

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The secondary letters in the Köppen system are based on precipitation.

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What are the characteristics of a Mediterranean climate?

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A Mediterranean climate is characterized by more frequent and severe wildfires due to drier and hotter conditions, along with milder winters.

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Who were the first to classify climate?

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The Greeks were the first to classify climate.

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What is the significance of latitude in climate classification?

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Latitude significantly influences climate by determining the amount of solar energy received, affecting temperature and precipitation patterns.

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What are the main climate zones classified by the Köppen system?

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The main climate zones classified by the Köppen system include tropical, dry, temperate, continental, and polar.

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How does elevation affect climate?

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Elevation affects climate by causing temperature to decrease with altitude, leading to cooler conditions in mountainous areas compared to surrounding lowlands.

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What role do ocean currents play in climate?

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Ocean currents influence climate by distributing heat across the planet, affecting coastal temperatures and precipitation patterns.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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