GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

WORLD GEOGRAPHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The main factor determining a region’s climate is
A
longitude
B
latitude
C
temperature
D
All of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Latitude: Climate of a region depends on the latitude where it lies. equator gets most direct sun rays hence the region falling in this latitude has extreme hot climate. the latitude above equator and below equator has less direct and poles receive no or slanting rays.

Detailed explanation-2: -There is a relationship between latitude and temperature around the world, as temperatures are typically warmer approaching the Equator and cooler approaching the Poles. There are variations, though, as other factors such as elevation, ocean currents, and precipitation affect climate patterns.

Detailed explanation-3: -The elements affecting the climate are latitude, altitude and pressure and winds, distance from the sea (continentality), ocean currents and relief features. Latitude and altitude: The most important climatic control is latitude. More items

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