Key Word Example from the lesson OR Drawing
polar climate – a climate characterized by average temperatures of less than 50°F
temperate climate– a climate characterized as not having temperature or precipitation extremes
tropical climate – a climate characterized by relatively constant warm temperatures
arid climate – a climate characterized by low precipitation and usually high temperatures
continental climate – a climate characterized by large seasonal temperature differences
maritime climate – a climate shaped by the proximity of large bodies of water, resulting in moderate temperatures and high humidity
highland climate – a climate found in mountainous regions, characterized by cooler temperatures and varied precipitation levels
monsoon climate – a climate influenced by seasonal wind patterns, often resulting in heavy rainfall or dry periods alternating throughout the year
Drawing: a student drawing a map showing different climate zones around the world with corresponding temperature and precipitation characteristics.