Oceans and Ocean Currents (Grade 12 NSC Matric Geography): Quizzes
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Why do oceans act as natural climate stabilisers for coastal areas?
Why do oceans act as natural climate stabilisers for coastal areas?
Water heats up & cools down very slowly
What characterises a maritime climate?
What characterises a maritime climate?
Small temp differences all year round
Which climate type occurs in inland areas far from the ocean's moderating effects?
Which climate type occurs in inland areas far from the ocean's moderating effects?
Continental climate
What is Johannesburg's day-to-night winter temp difference compared to Durban's?
What is Johannesburg's day-to-night winter temp difference compared to Durban's?
24°C vs 9°C
Which direction does the Benguela current flow along South Africa's west coast?
Which direction does the Benguela current flow along South Africa's west coast?
Northward
What climate conditions does the cold Benguela current create on the west coast?
What climate conditions does the cold Benguela current create on the west coast?
Cooler temps & very little rainfall
What are the effects of the warm Mozambique current on the east coast?
What are the effects of the warm Mozambique current on the east coast?
Higher temps & much more rainfall
What is the fundamental pattern relating ocean currents to climate?
What is the fundamental pattern relating ocean currents to climate?
Cold=cooler & less rain; Warm=hotter & more
How do temps vary across South Africa due to ocean currents?
How do temps vary across South Africa due to ocean currents?
Eastern areas are warmer than western areas
Which statement correctly describes South Africa's east and west coasts?
Which statement correctly describes South Africa's east and west coasts?
East is warmer & wetter; west is cooler & drier