In which condition would a hot desert climate code be more correct?
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Correct answer: Very low rainfall and high mean annual temperature
A hot desert climate is coded BWh in Köppen classification. BW indicates desert-level aridity, caused by extremely low precipitation relative to moisture loss, and h indicates a hot thermal condition, generally associated with a high mean annual temperature. Option C better resembles a Mediterranean climate, whereas D describes a polar condition.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Very low rainfall and high mean annual temperature
Why is this the correct answer?
A hot desert climate is coded BWh in Köppen classification. BW indicates desert-level aridity, caused by extremely low precipitation relative to moisture loss, and h indicates a hot thermal condition, generally associated with a high mean annual temperature. Option C better resembles a Mediterranean climate, whereas D describes a polar condition.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: World Climate and Climate Change.
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