Refer to FIGURE 2.1, which shows urban climates, and answer the questions that follow - NSC Geography - Question 2 - 2016 - Paper 1
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Refer to FIGURE 2.1, which shows urban climates, and answer the questions that follow.
2.1.1 Identify the specific urban climate illustrated in FIGURE 2.1.
2.1.2 C... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Refer to FIGURE 2.1, which shows urban climates, and answer the questions that follow - NSC Geography - Question 2 - 2016 - Paper 1
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2.1.1 Identify the specific urban climate illustrated in FIGURE 2.1.
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The specific urban climate illustrated in FIGURE 2.1 is a heat island.
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2.1.2 Calculate the difference in temperature between the farmland and the city centre.
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The difference in temperature between the farmland and the city centre is calculated to be 3.3°C.
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2.1.3 Name ONE factor, from the sketch, that contributes to higher city temperatures.
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One factor contributing to higher city temperatures is the presence of buildings and commercial activities.
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2.1.4 Which of the areas (X or Y), will experience more rainfall?
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Area Y will experience more rainfall, as it is typically associated with increased elevation and vegetation.
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2.1.5 Will X or Y, receive more insolation?
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Area X will receive more insolation due to its exposure and likely less obstruction from buildings or trees.
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2.1.6 Name ONE strategy evident in the figure that will reduce the effect of the urban climate (answer to QUESTION 2.1.1).
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One strategy evident is the creation of green walls and parklands, which help to mitigate urban heat.
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2.1.7 Name the term used to describe ‘heat energy that radiates from urban areas’.
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The term used to describe heat energy that radiates from urban areas is 'convection currents'.
