The Only Interruption to the Distribution of Tropical Forest Climates

question 109

Multiple Choice

The only interruption to the distribution of tropical forest climates across equatorial regions are

• A) several equatorial deserts caused by rain shadows.
• B) the tropical savannas of Africa and South America.
• C) the five distinct Mediterranean climates.
• D) in highland areas, such as the Andes and Mt. Kilimanjaro.

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Definitions:

Cold Air

Air that has a lower temperature compared to the surrounding environment, often associated with high pressure systems and can lead to frost or freezing conditions.

Warm Air

Air that has a high temperature, which can rise due to its lower density compared to cooler surrounding air.

Hurricanes

Powerful tropical storms with heavy rain and strong winds that form over warm ocean waters.

Warm Surface Water

Surface ocean water that has a relatively high temperature, often found in tropical and subtropical regions.