The document discusses climate classification systems, focusing on the Koeppen system which categorizes climates based on temperature and precipitation patterns. It examines the major climate types like tropical wet/dry, dry, mesothermal, microthermal, and polar climates. The document also covers topics like the hydrologic cycle, soil moisture, groundwater resources, water usage, and potential impacts of climate change.
Koppen classification and land area characteristics [autosaved]Kella Randolph
What is the difference between weather and climate? Koppen Classification is a tool that helps us recognize the many different climates in biomes worldwide.
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The document discusses climate types and classification systems. It defines climate as weather averaged over a long period, usually 30 years. It describes the major climate classification systems, particularly the widely used Köppen climate classification system. The Köppen system divides climates into five main groups (tropical, dry, temperate, continental, polar) based on precipitation and temperature patterns. Within each group are subcategories that provide more detailed climate descriptions. Factors like temperature, precipitation, wind and solar radiation that characterize climates are also outlined.
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Köppen climate classification is a widely used vegetation-based empirical climate classification system developed by German botanist-climatologist Wladimir Köppen. It's based on the idea that climate is best defined by native vegetation. The formulas used in the classification correspond to those of the vegetation zones (biomes) that were being mapped for the first time in the late 19th century. It was first published in 1884 and was revised until 1940 with collaboration by German climatologist Rudolf Geiger
The document discusses climate classification systems. It describes how climate is determined based on temperature, moisture, vegetation/soil conditions, and atmospheric conditions. It then summarizes the Köppen climate classification system which categorizes climates into five main groups (A, B, C, D, E) based on these factors. Each group has additional subclassifications, resulting in over two dozen total climate classifications. Examples of different climate types are provided and explained.
The document discusses climate classification according to the Koppen system. It begins by defining climate and contrasting it with weather. It then explains the Koppen system classifies climates based on temperature and precipitation zones that correspond with vegetation types. The major climate zones include tropical, dry, mild, and polar climates. Within these zones are subtypes defined by factors like rainfall patterns, proximity to bodies of water, and temperature ranges. The Koppen system provides a standardized way to categorize and compare climates around the world based on observable environmental factors.
The document discusses climate classification systems, focusing on the Koeppen system which categorizes climates based on temperature and precipitation patterns. It examines the major climate types like tropical wet/dry, dry, mesothermal, microthermal, and polar climates. The document also covers topics like the hydrologic cycle, soil moisture, groundwater resources, water usage, and potential impacts of climate change.
Koppen classification and land area characteristics [autosaved]Kella Randolph
What is the difference between weather and climate? Koppen Classification is a tool that helps us recognize the many different climates in biomes worldwide.
Climate classifications Koppen// koppen climate classification of worldNarendranath Guria
Climate classifications Koppen, world climate classification, major climate region of world, climate zone of world, classification of world climate, koppen climate classification,
The document discusses climate types and classification systems. It defines climate as weather averaged over a long period, usually 30 years. It describes the major climate classification systems, particularly the widely used Köppen climate classification system. The Köppen system divides climates into five main groups (tropical, dry, temperate, continental, polar) based on precipitation and temperature patterns. Within each group are subcategories that provide more detailed climate descriptions. Factors like temperature, precipitation, wind and solar radiation that characterize climates are also outlined.
مادة التحكم البيئي / الجامعه الاردنيه /صيفي 2015
Köppen climate classification is a widely used vegetation-based empirical climate classification system developed by German botanist-climatologist Wladimir Köppen. It's based on the idea that climate is best defined by native vegetation. The formulas used in the classification correspond to those of the vegetation zones (biomes) that were being mapped for the first time in the late 19th century. It was first published in 1884 and was revised until 1940 with collaboration by German climatologist Rudolf Geiger
The document discusses climate classification systems. It describes how climate is determined based on temperature, moisture, vegetation/soil conditions, and atmospheric conditions. It then summarizes the Köppen climate classification system which categorizes climates into five main groups (A, B, C, D, E) based on these factors. Each group has additional subclassifications, resulting in over two dozen total climate classifications. Examples of different climate types are provided and explained.
The document discusses climate classification according to the Koppen system. It begins by defining climate and contrasting it with weather. It then explains the Koppen system classifies climates based on temperature and precipitation zones that correspond with vegetation types. The major climate zones include tropical, dry, mild, and polar climates. Within these zones are subtypes defined by factors like rainfall patterns, proximity to bodies of water, and temperature ranges. The Koppen system provides a standardized way to categorize and compare climates around the world based on observable environmental factors.
Climate is defined as the average weather in a region over a long period of time, typically 30 years. It is influenced by factors like latitude, altitude, proximity to bodies of water and oceans, and vegetation. There are several classification systems for climates, most commonly the Köppen system which categorizes climates as tropical, temperate, or polar. Tropical climates have high temperatures year-round, temperate climates have distinct seasons with moderate temperature changes, and polar climates are very cold with no warm summers. Paleoclimatology studies past climates through proxies like sediments and tree rings since direct observations are only available recently.
The Köppen Climate Classification System categorizes climates into five main groups - A, B, C, D, and E - based on annual and monthly patterns of temperature and precipitation. Group A refers to tropical climates with high temperatures year-round. Group B includes dry climates with low precipitation. Group C covers mild and humid mid-latitude climates. Group D comprises climates with cold winters. Group E represents polar climates with extremely cold temperatures. Each group has several minor subtypes defined by specific characteristics of temperature and rainfall.
The 5 categories in the Koppen Climate Classification System are: 1) Humid Tropical Climate, 2) Dry Climate, 3) Humid Mid-Latitude Climate, 4) Polar Climate, and 5) Highlands Climate. Each climate type has specific characteristics including temperature and precipitation patterns. The Koppen system is widely used for classifying climate around the world.
This document defines climate and describes different types of climates such as cold, moderate, hot, monsoon, and equatorial climates. It then discusses how factors such as latitude, altitude, and location affect climate differences and influence climate types. The document concludes by explaining how climate regulates life on Earth and impacts human activities and quality of life.
This document discusses climate zones and climate change. It begins with an introduction to climate and what climate zones are. It then discusses several classification systems for climate zones, including Köppen climate zones. It also discusses factors that affect climate in different zones, such as latitude, large bodies of water, air currents, land formations, and altitude. The document concludes with a section on the balance of energy on Earth.
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The document discusses the elements, factors, and zones of climate around the world. It describes temperature, precipitation, wind, and atmospheric pressure as the main elements of climate. The factors that influence climate are atmospheric conditions like anticyclones and squalls, as well as geographical factors such as latitude, proximity to bodies of water, altitude, and relief. It outlines the major climate zones as tropical, temperate, polar, and alpine, providing examples of climate types within each zone and noting their distribution globally and within Spain.
The document discusses the classification of world climate according to Koeppen and the causes and effects of climate change. It summarizes Koeppen's major climate groups (tropical, dry, temperate, snow, polar) and types within each group. It then discusses evidence of past climate change, causes such as astronomical factors, volcanic eruptions and human activities. Global warming is defined as a rise in global temperatures due to greenhouse gases, with causes like deforestation, industrialization and human activities. Potential effects include melting glaciers, sea level rise, more extreme weather and impacts on agriculture and food supply. Measures proposed to address climate change include the Kyoto Protocol and shifting to renewable energy sources.
The document discusses the five climate categories in the Köppen Climate Classification System: 1) Humid Tropical Climate, 2) Dry Climate, 3) Humid Mid-Latitude Climate, 4) Polar Climate, and 5) Highlands Climate. It provides three key characteristics for each category, including locations that fall under certain categories and citations for additional information.
Climate change is evidenced by rising global temperatures and atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases over the last century. Several causes contribute to climate change, with greenhouse gases, chiefly carbon dioxide and methane from human activities like burning fossil fuels and agriculture, accounting for over 90% of current warming. General climate models predict further global temperature increases of 1.4-5.8°C by 2100 depending on emissions scenarios, with effects including more severe droughts that endanger food supply.
The document summarizes the Koppen Climatic Classification System. It describes the classical age of climatic classification including the Koppen and Thornthwaite systems. It then details the modified Koppen system including the first, second, and third letter designations and provides examples. Finally, it discusses climate classification based on temperature and vegetation, describing the major climate types and their characteristic vegetation.
1. A climate is determined by averaging temperature, precipitation, and other factors over many years and influences the types of plants and animals and how people live in a particular area.
2. Latitude, proximity to large bodies of water, ocean currents, mountains, and urban environments impact local climates by affecting temperatures and precipitation patterns.
3. Climate changes over short term seasons and long term periods due to factors like the Earth's orientation to the Sun, volcanic eruptions, and human activities like burning fossil fuels.
Physical Geography Lecture 10 - Global Climates 110916angelaorr
Climate. How climate is determined. Climate is important because it provides resources for humans. Climate classification. The Koppen-Geiger Climate Classification Scheme. The Major Climate Groups. Subclassifications of climate. Climate map. Climographs. Climates, climographs, examples, details: A Climates. B Climates. C Climates. D Climates. E Climates. H Climates.
Weather refers to atmospheric conditions in a specific time and place, while climate describes typical weather in a region over many years. There are five elements of weather: wind, atmospheric conditions, temperature, precipitation, and humidity. Climate is influenced by climatic factors like latitude, altitude, and distance from bodies of water. There are three main climate zones - polar, tropical, and temperate. Climate change due to global warming is raising Earth's temperatures and causing sea levels to rise through melting ice, with potential consequences like drought and species extinction. Proposed solutions include reducing deforestation, pollution, and energy waste.
Climate is determined by averaging temperature, precipitation, humidity, air pressure and sunshine over many years. It influences what plants and animals can survive and how people live. Several factors affect climate, including latitude, with warmer temperatures near the equator and cooler temperatures closer to the poles. Ocean currents and large bodies of water influence coastal climates, and elevation impacts climate with colder temperatures at higher altitudes and wetter climates on the windward sides of mountains. Cities also impact local climate by absorbing more solar radiation than surrounding areas.
The document discusses factors that affect climate and different climate zones. It covers several key topics:
1) Latitude, elevation, topography, proximity to water, atmospheric circulation, and vegetation all impact climate.
2) There are several major climate zones defined by factors like temperature and precipitation, including tropical humid, dry tropical, mid-latitude humid with mild/severe winters, dry climates, and polar climates.
3) Natural processes like volcanic eruptions, ocean circulation, solar activity and earth motions can cause climate changes, while the greenhouse effect and increased greenhouse gases are causing current global warming.
The document discusses different climate classification systems, including the Köppen system which divides climates into five main groups (A, B, C, D, E) based on temperature and precipitation patterns. It provides details on the distinctive features and locations of climate types within each group, with a focus on tropical humid (A), dry (B), and mild midlatitude (C) climates. The Köppen system is presented as an empirical, simple to use tool for understanding global climate distribution.
This chapter discusses weather and climate. It defines weather as short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to longer-term patterns over 30-35 years. Weather is described by temperature, humidity, precipitation, pressure and winds. Temperature is influenced by factors like latitude, altitude, distance from the sea, and cloud cover. Humidity refers to water vapor in the air. Precipitation forms as rain or snow depending on temperature. Air pressure decreases with altitude as air molecules are farther apart. Winds blow from high to low pressure areas. Sea and land breezes are influenced by differences in how land and sea absorb heat.
Weather & climate{project work} by Aman MaqsoodAman Maqsood
The document discusses the key differences between weather and climate. It defines weather as the short-term atmospheric conditions of a place at a given time, measured in days or weeks. Climate is defined as the average weather conditions of a region over a long period of time, typically 30 years. The document then outlines some of the main elements that define weather and climate, such as temperature, pressure, wind, humidity, precipitation, and sunlight. It provides details on how each of these elements is measured.
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The document discusses biomes and the factors that influence climate and cause differences between biomes. It explains that biomes are large regional communities of plants and animals defined by common climate and geography. Various climate factors are described, including latitude, altitude, prevailing winds, proximity to large bodies of water, ocean currents, and surface reflectivity (albedo). Specific biomes are also briefly characterized.
The document discusses the factors that affect climate and the major climate zones of the world. It describes six factors that influence climate: latitude, elevation, topography, proximity to water, atmospheric circulation, and vegetation. It then explains the Köppen climate classification system and describes the six main climate groups: humid tropical, humid mid-latitude with mild winters, humid mid-latitude with severe winters, dry climates, polar climates, and highland climates. Examples are given for different climate types within each group.
Climate is defined as the average weather in a region over a long period of time, typically 30 years. It is influenced by factors like latitude, altitude, proximity to bodies of water and oceans, and vegetation. There are several classification systems for climates, most commonly the Köppen system which categorizes climates as tropical, temperate, or polar. Tropical climates have high temperatures year-round, temperate climates have distinct seasons with moderate temperature changes, and polar climates are very cold with no warm summers. Paleoclimatology studies past climates through proxies like sediments and tree rings since direct observations are only available recently.
The Köppen Climate Classification System categorizes climates into five main groups - A, B, C, D, and E - based on annual and monthly patterns of temperature and precipitation. Group A refers to tropical climates with high temperatures year-round. Group B includes dry climates with low precipitation. Group C covers mild and humid mid-latitude climates. Group D comprises climates with cold winters. Group E represents polar climates with extremely cold temperatures. Each group has several minor subtypes defined by specific characteristics of temperature and rainfall.
The 5 categories in the Koppen Climate Classification System are: 1) Humid Tropical Climate, 2) Dry Climate, 3) Humid Mid-Latitude Climate, 4) Polar Climate, and 5) Highlands Climate. Each climate type has specific characteristics including temperature and precipitation patterns. The Koppen system is widely used for classifying climate around the world.
This document defines climate and describes different types of climates such as cold, moderate, hot, monsoon, and equatorial climates. It then discusses how factors such as latitude, altitude, and location affect climate differences and influence climate types. The document concludes by explaining how climate regulates life on Earth and impacts human activities and quality of life.
This document discusses climate zones and climate change. It begins with an introduction to climate and what climate zones are. It then discusses several classification systems for climate zones, including Köppen climate zones. It also discusses factors that affect climate in different zones, such as latitude, large bodies of water, air currents, land formations, and altitude. The document concludes with a section on the balance of energy on Earth.
Diagram. climate, climate zones & ecosystems. englishpablojgd
The document discusses the elements, factors, and zones of climate around the world. It describes temperature, precipitation, wind, and atmospheric pressure as the main elements of climate. The factors that influence climate are atmospheric conditions like anticyclones and squalls, as well as geographical factors such as latitude, proximity to bodies of water, altitude, and relief. It outlines the major climate zones as tropical, temperate, polar, and alpine, providing examples of climate types within each zone and noting their distribution globally and within Spain.
The document discusses the classification of world climate according to Koeppen and the causes and effects of climate change. It summarizes Koeppen's major climate groups (tropical, dry, temperate, snow, polar) and types within each group. It then discusses evidence of past climate change, causes such as astronomical factors, volcanic eruptions and human activities. Global warming is defined as a rise in global temperatures due to greenhouse gases, with causes like deforestation, industrialization and human activities. Potential effects include melting glaciers, sea level rise, more extreme weather and impacts on agriculture and food supply. Measures proposed to address climate change include the Kyoto Protocol and shifting to renewable energy sources.
The document discusses the five climate categories in the Köppen Climate Classification System: 1) Humid Tropical Climate, 2) Dry Climate, 3) Humid Mid-Latitude Climate, 4) Polar Climate, and 5) Highlands Climate. It provides three key characteristics for each category, including locations that fall under certain categories and citations for additional information.
Climate change is evidenced by rising global temperatures and atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases over the last century. Several causes contribute to climate change, with greenhouse gases, chiefly carbon dioxide and methane from human activities like burning fossil fuels and agriculture, accounting for over 90% of current warming. General climate models predict further global temperature increases of 1.4-5.8°C by 2100 depending on emissions scenarios, with effects including more severe droughts that endanger food supply.
The document summarizes the Koppen Climatic Classification System. It describes the classical age of climatic classification including the Koppen and Thornthwaite systems. It then details the modified Koppen system including the first, second, and third letter designations and provides examples. Finally, it discusses climate classification based on temperature and vegetation, describing the major climate types and their characteristic vegetation.
1. A climate is determined by averaging temperature, precipitation, and other factors over many years and influences the types of plants and animals and how people live in a particular area.
2. Latitude, proximity to large bodies of water, ocean currents, mountains, and urban environments impact local climates by affecting temperatures and precipitation patterns.
3. Climate changes over short term seasons and long term periods due to factors like the Earth's orientation to the Sun, volcanic eruptions, and human activities like burning fossil fuels.
Physical Geography Lecture 10 - Global Climates 110916angelaorr
Climate. How climate is determined. Climate is important because it provides resources for humans. Climate classification. The Koppen-Geiger Climate Classification Scheme. The Major Climate Groups. Subclassifications of climate. Climate map. Climographs. Climates, climographs, examples, details: A Climates. B Climates. C Climates. D Climates. E Climates. H Climates.
Weather refers to atmospheric conditions in a specific time and place, while climate describes typical weather in a region over many years. There are five elements of weather: wind, atmospheric conditions, temperature, precipitation, and humidity. Climate is influenced by climatic factors like latitude, altitude, and distance from bodies of water. There are three main climate zones - polar, tropical, and temperate. Climate change due to global warming is raising Earth's temperatures and causing sea levels to rise through melting ice, with potential consequences like drought and species extinction. Proposed solutions include reducing deforestation, pollution, and energy waste.
Climate is determined by averaging temperature, precipitation, humidity, air pressure and sunshine over many years. It influences what plants and animals can survive and how people live. Several factors affect climate, including latitude, with warmer temperatures near the equator and cooler temperatures closer to the poles. Ocean currents and large bodies of water influence coastal climates, and elevation impacts climate with colder temperatures at higher altitudes and wetter climates on the windward sides of mountains. Cities also impact local climate by absorbing more solar radiation than surrounding areas.
The document discusses factors that affect climate and different climate zones. It covers several key topics:
1) Latitude, elevation, topography, proximity to water, atmospheric circulation, and vegetation all impact climate.
2) There are several major climate zones defined by factors like temperature and precipitation, including tropical humid, dry tropical, mid-latitude humid with mild/severe winters, dry climates, and polar climates.
3) Natural processes like volcanic eruptions, ocean circulation, solar activity and earth motions can cause climate changes, while the greenhouse effect and increased greenhouse gases are causing current global warming.
The document discusses different climate classification systems, including the Köppen system which divides climates into five main groups (A, B, C, D, E) based on temperature and precipitation patterns. It provides details on the distinctive features and locations of climate types within each group, with a focus on tropical humid (A), dry (B), and mild midlatitude (C) climates. The Köppen system is presented as an empirical, simple to use tool for understanding global climate distribution.
This chapter discusses weather and climate. It defines weather as short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to longer-term patterns over 30-35 years. Weather is described by temperature, humidity, precipitation, pressure and winds. Temperature is influenced by factors like latitude, altitude, distance from the sea, and cloud cover. Humidity refers to water vapor in the air. Precipitation forms as rain or snow depending on temperature. Air pressure decreases with altitude as air molecules are farther apart. Winds blow from high to low pressure areas. Sea and land breezes are influenced by differences in how land and sea absorb heat.
Weather & climate{project work} by Aman MaqsoodAman Maqsood
The document discusses the key differences between weather and climate. It defines weather as the short-term atmospheric conditions of a place at a given time, measured in days or weeks. Climate is defined as the average weather conditions of a region over a long period of time, typically 30 years. The document then outlines some of the main elements that define weather and climate, such as temperature, pressure, wind, humidity, precipitation, and sunlight. It provides details on how each of these elements is measured.
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The document discusses biomes and the factors that influence climate and cause differences between biomes. It explains that biomes are large regional communities of plants and animals defined by common climate and geography. Various climate factors are described, including latitude, altitude, prevailing winds, proximity to large bodies of water, ocean currents, and surface reflectivity (albedo). Specific biomes are also briefly characterized.
The document discusses the factors that affect climate and the major climate zones of the world. It describes six factors that influence climate: latitude, elevation, topography, proximity to water, atmospheric circulation, and vegetation. It then explains the Köppen climate classification system and describes the six main climate groups: humid tropical, humid mid-latitude with mild winters, humid mid-latitude with severe winters, dry climates, polar climates, and highland climates. Examples are given for different climate types within each group.
The document discusses various climate groups and biomes. It begins by defining climate and weather, noting that climate refers to long-term atmospheric conditions and patterns that determine the types of ecosystems in a region. It then describes three major climate groups (low, mid, and high latitudes), providing details on representative climates and biomes within each group, such as tropical rainforests, grasslands, and tundra. Climate is the dominant factor controlling global patterns of biomes.
This document provides an overview of Koppen's climate classification system. It begins with defining climate and then describes Koppen's primary, secondary, and tertiary orders of classification. The primary orders include tropical, dry, mesothermal, microthermal, and polar climates. Under the tropical secondary order are tropical rainforest, tropical savanna, and tropical monsoon climates. Examples of locations that fall under each climate type are also provided. In the conclusion, the document restates that Koppen's classification system is widely used and based on vegetation, temperature, and precipitation patterns.
The document discusses several aspects of natural systems at global, North American, and regional (Piedmont Crescent) scales. At the global scale, it describes the Earth's topography, water features like ocean currents, and climate patterns including prevailing winds and Koppen climate zones. It also discusses ecoregions at the global scale. The natural systems discussed provide context for understanding vegetation patterns and wildlife at broader scales.
The natural environment chapter discusses the natural environment of various regions including Southeast Asia, East Asia, Europe, and North America. It defines the natural environment and discusses components like climate, vegetation, wildlife, and natural hazards specific to each region. Some key environmental problems discussed are natural disasters like tsunamis, diseases prevalent in different areas, and types of pollution including thermal and haze pollution. It also provides details on climate types such as tropical, equatorial, oceanic, continental, and Mediterranean climates.
This document discusses tropical climates and environments. It defines the tropics as the region around the Earth's equator bounded by the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn. It describes the key characteristics of tropical climates, including high temperatures, rainfall patterns influenced by seasonal shifts in the Intertropical Convergence Zone, and distinct wet and dry seasons in some tropical climate types. The document also classifies and describes different tropical climate regions including rainforests, monsoons, and savannas, and discusses important climatic, environmental, geological, and biogeographical factors that influence tropical environments.
The natural environment of Southeast Asia is characterized by a tropical climate with hot and rainy weather year-round. Tropical rainforests cover only 6% of the world's surface but produce 40% of oxygen. Major environmental problems in the region include tsunamis, pollution from land clearing fires in Indonesia, and diseases spread by insects. Over 2 million people have died from natural disasters in Asia and the Pacific since 1970. The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami was particularly devastating, killing over 250,000 people across 18 countries.
The natural environment of Southeast Asia is characterized by a tropical climate with hot and rainy weather year-round. Tropical rainforests cover only 6% of the world's surface but produce 40% of oxygen. Major environmental problems in the region include tsunamis, pollution from land clearing fires in Indonesia, and diseases spread by insects. The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami was one of the most devastating, killing over 250,000 people across 18 countries.
The natural environment of East Asia includes continental climates with distinct seasons, subtropical rainy climates, and oceanic climates. East Asia Pacific is at high risk for natural disasters due to dense populations and rapid urbanization. Environmental problems include air pollution,
In this presentation contains three lessons all in one. The first lesson talks about the biomes of the world means landforms and vegetations in the earth including lesson objectives, a worksheet to solve, a summary of the lesson, and a funny ending. In the second lesson is about the Marine Ecosystem that talks about its ecosystem, the causes, and effects of Marine pollution, ocean zones, and habitats found under the water; this includes lesson objectives, a video, and summary. In the third lesson is about the water bodies of the earth except for the salty water that includes lesson objectives and summary.
The document summarizes different types of world weather and climate regions, including tropical, desert/dry, temperate, continental, and polar climates. It describes the key characteristics of each climate type, such as average temperatures, precipitation levels, seasonal patterns, and example regions that exhibit each climate. The document also discusses subcategories within tropical and desert climates.
The document provides information about different climate zones and climate types around the world. It discusses the key characteristics of cold zones located near the Arctic and Antarctic Circles which experience very low temperatures. Temperate zones between the Tropics and polar circles experience mild and variable temperatures. Hot zones between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn always experience high temperatures. The greenhouse effect, global warming, and climate change are also summarized as being interrelated processes impacted by human activities like deforestation and burning fossil fuels. Specific climate data is given for locations representing Mediterranean, oceanic, tropical, equatorial, hot desert, and continental climates.
The document discusses the climates of Ecuador and Panama. It notes that Ecuador has four climate zones due to its varying elevations and locations - the Andes Mountains, Amazon Basin, Pacific Coast, and Galapagos Islands. The climate along the Andes is described as having mild, consistent weather year-round, exemplified by the city of Cuenca which averages 70°F during the day and 50°F at night. Panama also has varied climates depending on elevation, with low-lying areas averaging 84°F during the day and 65-75°F at night, while highland towns have cooler, spring-like temperatures ranging from 65-80°F during the day and as low as 55°
This document defines climate and climate classification. It describes climate as the average weather patterns over long periods of time, including variables like temperature, precipitation and wind. Climate classification systems can focus on the causes of climate or its effects. The document also defines different biomes like rainforests, savannas, tundra and deserts based on their characteristic climates and conditions.
Climate is the characteristic condition of the atmosphere near the earth's surface at a certain place on earth. It is the long-term weather of that area (at least 30 years). This includes the region's general pattern of weather conditions, seasons and weather extremes like hurricanes, droughts, or rainy periods.
The document discusses how human activity has impacted the environment over thousands of years through agriculture, travel, urbanization, and economic systems. As the human population increases, it places significant demands on the environment. The document then discusses several challenges to ecosystems, including climate change, deforestation, and movement of tectonic plates. Human activities on land and water can significantly impact ecosystems, and the combined effects of issues like these can have major consequences for ecosystem function. Policy responses are needed to properly analyze and address challenges to ecosystem conservation, restoration, and sustainable usage.
The document summarizes key concepts in physical geography including:
1) Plate tectonics can cause seismic events like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions as continental plates collide, diverge, or slide past one another.
2) Climate and vegetation patterns around the world are influenced by precipitation levels, temperature variations, and atmospheric systems like monsoons or desert climates formed by rain shadows.
3) Human activities that produce greenhouse gases are accelerating climate change and raising global temperatures, causing effects like rising sea levels and shifting biomes.
The document summarizes the Köppen climate classification system. It was developed in 1918 by Wladimir Köppen and is still widely used today. The system categorizes climates into five main groups (A, B, C, D, E) based on annual and monthly temperature and precipitation averages. Each group is further divided into climate types based on seasonal precipitation and temperature characteristics. The document provides detailed descriptions of the climate zones including tropical humid, dry, warm temperate, cold, and polar climates. It also notes vertical climate zonation with elevation in mountainous areas.
The document discusses climate regions and climate classification systems. It explains that climate is long-term weather patterns defined by temperature and precipitation, and influences vegetation, wildlife, soils and more. It describes Koppen's climate classification system which divides climates into 5 main groups (A, B, C, D, E) based on temperature and precipitation thresholds. The document also discusses global pressure and wind belts that influence rainfall patterns and shifts in climates between latitudes.
The document discusses different types of regions in geography. It states that regions can be divided based on physical, human, and environmental characteristics. Physical regions are defined by natural features while human regions consider human impacts and jurisdiction boundaries. Environmental regions look at the interaction between humanity and the environment. The concept of regions is important across many branches of geography, with different fields studying regions in terms of ecology, culture, biology, and more. Regional geography specifically examines regions as the object of study.
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Earth and environmental science review day one (1)Kella Randolph
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The Berlin Conference of 1884 was convened to regulate colonial rivalries in Africa and negotiate spheres of influence, territories, and trade between the European powers. However, no African nations were invited to participate. The conference endorsed the Scramble for Africa by European powers and led to the partition of Africa among Germany, Britain, Portugal, Italy, Spain, and Belgium. This disrupted African societies and ultimately subjected people across the continent to colonial rule, exploitation, and atrocities like those committed by King Leopold II of Belgium in the Congo Free State.
Weather satellites and how to read the signsKella Randolph
The document provides information about weather terms, weather maps, and weather forecasting. It defines terms like air mass, air pressure, cold fronts, and warm fronts. It describes how weather data is collected using radars and satellites like GOES and POES. Weather forecasting uses data from these satellites as well as tools like the Beaufort scale. Forecasts are aided by understanding symbols on weather maps that represent phenomena like precipitation and high and low pressure systems.
This document provides information about planetary motion and orbital mechanics. It discusses how galaxies contain hundreds of billions of stars, and there are hundreds of billions of galaxies in the universe. It also describes how planets orbit the Sun, and how Kepler's laws of planetary motion established that planets move in elliptical orbits with the Sun at one focus. Additionally, it discusses how the Moon orbits the Earth due to gravity, and how the tilt of the Earth on its axis causes the seasons.
Review of concepts of earth science including river delta, earthquakes, subduction, tsunami, volcanoes, two sunken cities, fossil fuels, clean energy, water use and protection, properties of water.
NASA has some information based on more than fifty years of research and exploration of the moon. Impact theory says that two planets collided billions of years ago causing parts of both to combine and form a smaller sphere that orbits the larger one.
Estuaries unique environment makes them a great place for humans and animals. Humans benefit from the beauty of estuaries and the food and resources they provide. Estuaries make great tourism attractions or harbors and ports
The earth is getting warmer due to the global warming. There are many climates all over the planet. Some areas of Earth have snow every day, and some are so dry they almost never have rain or snow
Turbidity refers to the cloudiness of water caused by suspended solids. It can be increased by erosion, urban and agricultural runoff, sediment mixing from water bottoms, and algal overgrowth from farm runoff. pH measures acidity in water and can change due to acid rain, stormwater, and agricultural runoff. Dissolved oxygen in water is important for fish and comes from water movement and photosynthesis but can decrease due to thermal pollution and eutrophication. The biotic index uses the types of organisms in water to measure quality, with more species indicating better quality. Biological oxygen demand measures how much oxygen bacteria need to break down organic pollutants in water.
Here are 3 ways we can reduce each effect:
Acid rain:
1. Use renewable energy sources like solar and wind instead of coal and oil
2. Drive fuel efficient vehicles
3. Practice energy conservation in our homes and businesses
Beach erosion:
1. Plant vegetation like sea oats and grasses to stabilize the sand
2. Limit vehicular access to beaches to reduce disruption of sand
3. Implement beach nourishment projects to replace lost sand
Water is constantly moving through the water cycle on Earth. It falls as precipitation, runs across the surface as runoff, collects in surface water bodies or infiltrates underground as groundwater. Water evaporates from plant leaves, soil, and surface water before condensing in the atmosphere and falling again as precipitation, continuing the cycle. Most water on Earth is salty ocean water, while freshwater is found in the atmosphere, on land and underground. Humans rely on and impact the water cycle through activities like agriculture, industry, and domestic use. Conservation efforts can help reduce human water usage.
Burning coal makes ozone, smog, acid rain, climate change, mercury pollution
Oil spills damage all living things
Natural gas is poisonous and is colorless, odorless and tasteless. We must add a bad smell to it in order to prevent being killed by a gas leak
The document summarizes the structure and composition of the Earth. It describes how the planet is made up of layers including the core, mantle, and crust. The crust consists of both continental and oceanic plates which are in constant motion and interact through colliding, pulling apart, and scraping together. This plate tectonic activity shapes geographic features and the locations of continents over time.
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
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Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
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Koppen classification and land area characteristics [autosaved]
1. Koppen Classification
Kella Randolph M. Ed.
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2. Whose idea was this, anyhow?
• Wladimir Köppen (1846–1940) was
a German meteorologist and
climatologist best known for his
delineation and mapping of the
climatic regions of the world. He
played a major role in the
advancement of climatology and
meteorology for more than 70 years.
Köppen’s achievements, practical and
theoretical, profoundly influenced the
development of atmospheric science.
His greatest achievement came in
1900, when he introduced his
mathematical system of climatic
classification. Each of five major
climate types was assigned a
mathematical value according to
temperature and rainfall. Since then,
many of the systems introduced by
other scholars have been based on
Köppen’s work.
• (text: https://www.britannica.com/science/Koppen-
climate-classification)
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3. The Köppen classification subdivides terrestrial climates into five major
types, represented by the capital letters A, B, C, D, and E.
The midlatitude C and D climates are given a second letter, f (no dry season), w (winter dry),
or s (summer dry), and a third symbol, a, b, c, or d (the last subclass exists only for D climates),
indicating summer warmth or winter coldness.
The H climate (highlands), which Köppen did not use, is sometimes added to other
classifications to account for elevations above 1,500 metres (about 4,900 feet).
(https://www.britannica.com/science/Koppen-climate-classification)
4. What is climate classification?
• A climate classification is a tool used to recognize, clarify, and simplify
the climatic similarities and differences between geographic areas in
order to help us better understand Earth’s climates. Classification
schemes rely on environmental data, such as temperature, rainfall,
and snowfall, to uncover patterns and connections between climatic
processes. ( text: https://www.britannica.com/science/Koppen-climate-classification)
• Climate, conditions of the atmosphere at a particular location over a
long period of time; it is the long-term summation of the atmospheric
elements (and their variations) that, over short time periods,
constitute weather. These elements are solar radiation, temperature,
humidity, precipitation (type, frequency, and amount), atmospheric
pressure, and wind (speed and direction). (text: https://www.britannica.com/science/climate-meteorology)
5. Climate classifications fall into two categories: genetic and empirical.
• Genetic classifications group climates by their causes, focusing on
how temperature relates to distance from the North Pole or South
Pole or Equator, continentality versus ocean-influenced factors, the
effects of mountains, or combinations of several factors. Genetic
classifications are qualitative, and climatic regions are drawn in a
subjective manner.
• In contrast, empirical classifications—such as the Köppen climate
classification—group each climate type according to one or more
aspects of the climate system, such as natural vegetation.
(text: https://www.britannica.com/science/Koppen-climate-classification)
6. Category
Specific place on map __________.
1. What is the climate of this area?
2. Why does it fit into this specific category?
3. What types of plants and animals are there?
4. What is the average monthly temperature?
5. What is the average monthly precipitation?
7. Polar
• Category Polar Specific place on map E areas. (Arctic, Antarctica and
Greenland)
• Polar climate: Cold winters and summers A polar climate consists of cool
summers and very cold winters, which results in treeless tundra, glaciers, or a
permanent or semi-permanent layer of ice.
• Why does it fit into this specific category? A polar climate is a place where the
climate usually has a temperature below freezing, is icy
and is covered with snow most of the time.
• What types of plants and animals are there? The Arctic consists of desert and
tundra vegetations. The desert vegetation consists of algae, lichens,
and mosses. Lichens are the most dominant plants. Antarctic hair grass and the
Antarctic pearl wort.
Every month in a polar climate has an average temperature of less than 10 °C (50
°F). Regions with polar climate cover more than 20% of the Earth's area.
Polar region’s average monthly precipitation?
Precitpitation.5 to .8 inches monthly or 6 to 10 inches yearly
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8. Dry Class B
(There are four minor classifications in the Dry
classification. BW is a dry arid climate.
BS is a dry, semi-arid climate.
And for each of those classifications, there is an h and
a k that are also used.
H indicates this in the sub-tropics
and k indicates this is in the middle latitudes.
• (Arid and Semi-arid) Climates
• Class B Climates are characterized by potential evaporation
and transpiration exceeding precipitation. These climates are
usually found in areas from 20 - 35° North and South of the
equator and in large continental regions of the mid-latitudes
often surrounded by mountains
• Flora and fauna: cacti, spiny ocotillo, mesquite, armadillos,
foxes, opossums, deer, snakes, lizards, desert owls, and pumas
the temperatures for each month depending on the sun are: Days
are very hot and nights are very cold.
Highest Temperature: 86 °F
Lowest Temperature: 36 °F
• the average monthly precipitation? 0.6 inch
9. Temperate place on
map C areas.
1. What is the climate of this area? Warm summers and mild winters
2. Why does it fit into this specific category? 3 minor classifications
Cfa: Frequent thunderstorms in summer
Cfb: Marine climates with large amounts of precipitation in winter
Cs: Mediterranean climate zone
• 3. What types of plants and animals are there? Plants include flowering dogwood, redbud,
mountain laurel, bald cypress, southern magnolia, and black locust, all now cultivated in
temperate regions worldwide, but also various food plants such as blueberries, black
raspberries, cranberries, maple syrup and sugar, and pecans, and Monterey pine and other
timber trees. North America has a diverse array of wildlife species and is home to an
estimated 457 mammals (e.g. bison, raccoon, mountain lion, beaver, moose, and jaguar),
914 birds (e.g. Bald Eagle and Goose) 662 reptiles (e.g. alligator) more than 300 amphibians
and 4,000 known arachnids (e.g bark scorpion). The North American territory includes the
United States, Canada, Mexico, and Greenland,
• 4. What is the average monthly temperature? ? Class C climates have an average monthly
high temperature of 10 °C (50 °F) or more in the spring/summer months (April to September
in northern hemisphere), and an average monthly low temperature greater than −3 °C (27 °F)
in the fall/winter months.
5. What is the average monthly precipitation? 81 cm.
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10. Tropical
Specific place on map A areas. San Juan,
Puerto Rico, also Southern Florida
What is it like?
This climate is dominated by the doldrums low-pressure
system all year round, so has no natural seasons.
Why does it fit into this specific category? High
temperatures : year round average temperatures of 18 °C
(64.4 °F)
What types of plants and animals are there? Palms,
alligators, snakes, bears, panthers, fish
What is the average monthly temperature? Above 18
degrees Celsius /64.6 F
What is the average monthly precipitation? Some areas
have high amounts of precipitation. Year–round average
precipitation of at least 60 mm (2.4 in).
Three minor classifications
Af: tropical wet climate
Am: tropical monsoon climate
Aw: tropical wet and dry climate
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11. Continental
place on map D areas
Regions of the Earth that have continental climates include Siberia and central
Russia, and much of North America. Siberia, Canada and the northern states of the
US
• What is the climate of this area? They have mild- summers and
cold winters
• Why does it fit into this specific category? They have mild-
summers and cold winters, and they have moderate levels of
precipitation.
• What types of plants and animals are there?
• What is the average monthly temperature? These climates have
an average temperature above 10 °C (50 °F) in their warmest
months, and a coldest month average below −3 °C
• What is the average monthly precipitation? they have
moderate levels of precipitation
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