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Cornell Style… Questions Topic Essential Question Latitude & Climate Factors What factors contribute to a region’s climate? Summary Latitude Zones - Latitude (distance from the equator) is the most important factor for determining climate. - Sketch the diagram below on the earth using coloring pencils Zones of Latitude • Low/Tropical Zones: Warm weather year round. • Middle/Temperate Zones: Warm summers and cold winters (four seasons). High/Polar Zones: Cold year round. 1. High Latitude = ______________ zone, _____ ° N _____ ° S, where is it? 2. Middle Latitude = _______________ zone, _____ ° N _____ ° S, where is it? 3. Low Latitude = _________________ zone, _____ ° N _____ ° S, where is it? Other Factors Ocean Currents Heat travels from equator to the poles Winds & Air masses Moist air travels across ocean, dry air across land Winds can move in different directions Relief Mountain barriers prevent rain from crossing Nearness to water Coastal areas are more stable climate wise because water takes longer to cool down/heat up L.O.W.E.R.N Hurricanes spin in opposite directions due to Coriolis Effect *Elevation* How high up a mountain you are Rain-shadow Effect Also known as Orthographic Effect Mountains prevent rain from reaching inland Found in US and Asia 1. Which cities will have a temperate climate? 2. Which cities are warm year- 3. Which cities are in the polar zone? round? What is this zone of latitude called? POLAR 60°N 60°N TEMPERATE 30°N 30°N TROPICAL 30°S 30°S TEMPERATE 60°S 60°S POLAR