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What is the difference between tropical and polar climate?
A tropical climate is warm all year around, while a polar climate is cold all year around.
Predict the type of soil that will form in arctic and tropical climates?
Rainfall is minimal, chemical weathering occurs slowly, the soil is thin and consists mainly of regolith(evidence that soil in these areas forms mostly by mechanical weathering) too cold to sustain life, so little humus.
What are tropical and polar climates?
Tropical climates are characterized by high temperatures and humidity, with little variation throughout the year. They typically occur near the equator. Polar climates are characterized by cold temperatures and little precipitation, with long, dark winters and short, cool summers. They are located near the Earth's poles.
What are the two types of polar climates?
hot and cold
Why does laterite contain almost no organic material?
Plants growing on laterite depend on decaying litter for nutrients because laterite contains very few soluble minerals, which have been leached by the wet and humid climate of their tropical locations (present day).
What are the two kinds of tropical climates?
The two main types of tropical climates are: Tropical Rainforest Climate (Af): Found near the equator, this climate experiences consistent, high temperatures and significant rainfall throughout the year. There is little to no seasonal variation. Regions: Amazon Basin, Congo Basin, Southeast Asia. Characteristics: Dense forests, high biodiversity, heavy rainfall year-round. Tropical Wet and Dry Climate (Savanna) (Aw): This climate has distinct wet and dry seasons. Temperatures remain high throughout the year, but rainfall is concentrated during the wet season, with a pronounced dry period. Regions: Parts of Africa, India, and South America. Characteristics: Grasslands, sparse trees, and seasonal rainfall that supports diverse wildlife. These climates are found between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn.
Soils in what area contain little organic material and are thin?
Arctic tundra soils typically contain little organic material and are thin due to the cold temperatures and short growing seasons that restrict organic matter accumulation. The extreme weather conditions prevent the decomposition of plant material, resulting in sparse vegetation cover and limited organic inputs to the soil.
What is subtropical weather like?
Subtropical weather typically features warm to hot temperatures, high humidity, and frequent rainfall. It can also experience occasional extremes like hurricanes or typhoons due to its proximity to tropical regions. Overall, subtropical climates tend to be quite pleasant for those who enjoy warm weather.
Compare and contrast the five main climate types?
The five main climate types are tropical, dry, temperate, continental, and polar. Tropical climates are characterized by high temperatures and humidity, while dry climates have low precipitation. Temperate climates have distinct seasons with moderate temperatures, continental climates experience extreme temperature variations, and polar climates are cold year-round with little precipitation. Each climate type has specific characteristics that influence the environment and ecosystems found within them.
Is silica is organic?
Yes, which is why it reacts so little with the human body.
What is the Continental tropical temperature and humidity?
Continental tropical climates are hot and dry, characterized by high temperatures and low humidity. These regions typically experience very little precipitation and have wide daily temperature fluctuations.
What is the driest Tropical climate?
Arid tropical climates, like deserts, are typically the driest within the tropical zone. They have very low precipitation levels, high temperatures, and little vegetation due to the lack of moisture. Examples include the Sahara Desert in Africa and the Arabian Desert in the Middle East.
