Characteristics of Major Climate Types (AQA A-Level Geography): Flashcards

Environmental conditions restricting where crops can grow

Ground that remains permanently frozen below the surface

Less than 4 people per square kilometre

Seasonal reversal of winds

May to September (wet season)

Transplanted into flooded fields, 10-12 cm deep

Labour-intensive, simple tools, low productivity per worker

Crop failure, reduced exports, lower food security

Reliable access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food

Sub-Saharan Africa