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Prelims 2024 · Geography · Question 73

Consider the following description: 1. Annual and daily range of temperatures is low. 2. Precipitation occurs throughout the year. 3. Precipitation varies between 50 cm - 250 cm. What is this type of climate?

  1. Equatorial climate
  2. China type climate
  3. Humid subtropical climate
  4. Marine West coast climate

Answer

Marine West coast climate

  • (a) Equatorial climate: Annual and daily temperature range is indeed very low, and rainfall occurs all year; but rainfall is usually very high, generally above this moderate band in standard classification. Not the best fit.
  • (b) China type climate: This is the warm temperate eastern margin type with summer maximum rainfall, not uniform precipitation throughout the year. Incorrect.
  • (c) Humid subtropical climate: Rainfall is fairly well distributed, but temperature range is not low; summers are hot and winters can be cool to cold. Incorrect.
  • (d) Marine West coast climate: This climate has small annual and daily temperature range due to oceanic influence, and precipitation throughout the year, usually around 50–250 cm. Correct.
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