The UK's climate (Edexcel GCSE Geography A): Flashcards
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UK's current climate type
UK's current climate type
Temperate, wet climate
Medieval Warm Period dates
Medieval Warm Period dates
950-1100
Cause of Medieval Warm Period warmth
Cause of Medieval Warm Period warmth
Increased solar radiation
Little Ice Age dates
Little Ice Age dates
1600-1685
Little Ice Age effect on River Thames
Little Ice Age effect on River Thames
Froze over completely in winter
What creates frontal rainfall in UK
What creates frontal rainfall in UK
Meeting of different air masses
UK's prevailing wind direction
UK's prevailing wind direction
South-west
North Atlantic Drift function
North Atlantic Drift function
Transports warm water northwards, making winters milder
Effect of increased altitude on climate
Effect of increased altitude on climate
Cooler and wetter conditions
Northwest Britain climate characteristics
Northwest Britain climate characteristics
Mild winters and cool summers
Southeast Britain climate characteristics
Southeast Britain climate characteristics
Colder winters and warmer summers (continental style)
Number of key factors influencing UK climate
Number of key factors influencing UK climate
Five factors
Tool needed for reading climate graphs accurately
Tool needed for reading climate graphs accurately
Ruler