Physical Geography & Climate Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
How does elevation affect temperature?
A
Higher elevations are cooler
2
Q
What is the orographic effect?
A
Windward side gets rain; leeward side stays dry
3
Q
How do pressure systems affect climate?
A
Low pressure = warm air rises –> storms
High pressure = cool air decends –> dry/fair weather
4
Q
What is continental drift?
A
Theory that continents were once united and have drifted apart
5
Q
What is the Ring of Fire?
A
A zone of volcanic and earthquake activity around the Pacific
