(Climate) (Characteristic) I. Tropical wet
and dry: Winter dry season II. Mid-latitude
steppe: Mid-latitude semi-arid
or dryIII. Humid
sub-tropical: No dry season, warm
summerIV. Marine west
coast: No dry season, severely
cold summer
How many of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched ?
World Climate Types Matching Quiz Solution
This question asks us to identify how many pairs of world climate types and their characteristics are correctly matched. We need to analyze each given pair to determine its accuracy.
Analyzing Climate Type Pairs
Pair I: Tropical wet and dry - Winter dry season
The 'Tropical wet and dry' climate, often referred to as a Savanna climate, is characterized by distinct seasons. A key feature is a pronounced dry season, which typically occurs during the cooler winter months when the sun's angle is lower. Therefore, this match is correct.
Pair II: Mid-latitude steppe - Mid-latitude semi-arid or dry
Steppe climates are known for their semi-arid conditions, receiving limited rainfall. They are found in the mid-latitudes, often forming transitional zones between deserts and more humid climates. The characteristic described, 'Mid-latitude semi-arid or dry', accurately represents this climate type. Thus, this match is correct.
Pair III: Humid sub-tropical - No dry season, warm summer
Humid sub-tropical climates generally experience hot, humid summers and mild winters. While rainfall can vary, many subtypes (like the common Cfa Köppen classification) receive adequate precipitation throughout the year, meaning they don't have a distinct dry season. The summers are indeed warm. Therefore, this match is considered correct in a general sense.
Pair IV: Marine west coast - No dry season, severely cold summer
The 'Marine west coast' climate is known for its moderate temperatures year-round, with mild summers and mild winters, influenced by proximity to oceans. It typically experiences consistent rainfall distribution throughout the year ('No dry season'). However, the summers are characteristically mild or cool, not 'severely cold'. Severely cold summers are not a feature of this climate. Hence, this match is incorrect.
Summary of Correct Matches
Based on the analysis of each pair:
- Pair I is correctly matched.
- Pair II is correctly matched.
- Pair III is correctly matched.
- Pair IV is incorrectly matched.
Counting the correctly matched pairs (I, II, and III), we find there are 3 correct matches.
Similar Questions
- Consider the following statements about the causes of ground surface inversion of temperature :
1. Ground surface inversion is also termed as radiation inversion.
2. The existence of negative lapse rate results in surface inversion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? - Identify the climate type based on the given below characteristics :
1. The annual precipitation is low and is around 15 cm.
2. The development of pronounced winter anticyclones and their weakening in summer sets in monsoon-like reversal of wind in this region.
3. Polewards, summer temperatures are low.
Select the answer from the options given below: - The pattern of planetary winds largely depends upon which of the following factors ?
1. Latitudinal variation of atmospheric heating
2. The distribution of continents and oceans
3. The rotation of earth
Which of the above is/are correct?
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