Which climate type has summer drought due to subtropical high pressure and winter rainfall from westerlies?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Mediterranean
The Mediterranean climate is represented mainly by the Koeppen Cs group. In summer, the subtropical high-pressure belt shifts over the region, producing descending, stable air and dry conditions. In winter, the high-pressure belt moves away and the belt of westerlies and associated cyclones reaches the region, bringing rainfall. Therefore the correct answer is Mediterranean climate, option C.
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Mediterranean
Why is this the correct answer?
The Mediterranean climate is represented mainly by the Koeppen Cs group. In summer, the subtropical high-pressure belt shifts over the region, producing descending, stable air and dry conditions. In winter, the high-pressure belt moves away and the belt of westerlies and associated cyclones reaches the region, bringing rainfall. Therefore the correct answer is Mediterranean climate, option C.
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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