Climate Characteristics and Economic Development (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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Which climate factors directly control agricultural productivity?
Which climate factors directly control agricultural productivity?
Temperature, precipitation & seasonal variation
What role does temperature play in crop growth?
What role does temperature play in crop growth?
A crucial limiting factor
What temperature range does wheat perform best in?
What temperature range does wheat perform best in?
15-20°C
What temperature conditions does rice require?
What temperature conditions does rice require?
20-35°C in tropical/subtropical regions
What can excessive heat cause to crops?
What can excessive heat cause to crops?
Stress plants, reduce yields, crop failure
How does well-distributed rainfall benefit crop development?
How does well-distributed rainfall benefit crop development?
Supports growth without needing irrigation
What problems can excessive rainfall create?
What problems can excessive rainfall create?
Flooding, topsoil erosion, difficult operations
What is the ideal rainfall pattern for most crops?
What is the ideal rainfall pattern for most crops?
Moderate rain in growing, dry at harvest
How long is the growing season in temperate zones?
How long is the growing season in temperate zones?
4-6 months, limited by winter temps
What advantage do tropical climates offer for agriculture?
What advantage do tropical climates offer for agriculture?
Multiple seasons or year-round growing
What adaptation strategies are farmers using for climate change?
What adaptation strategies are farmers using for climate change?
Adjust planting, new varieties, new tech
Why do tropical climates often have reduced soil nutrient content?
Why do tropical climates often have reduced soil nutrient content?
Intense heat & heavy rain leach nutrients