Question

Q. Consider the following statements regarding Koeppen’s climate classification

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• A.
  1 only
• B.
  2 only
• C.
  Both 1 and 2
• D.
  Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is B

2 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect : Koeppen organised five major climatic groups, four of them are based on temperature and one on precipitation

Statement 2 is correct : The capital letters A,C,D and E delineate humid climates and B dry climates

Extra Information

As per Koeppen classification, A represents Tropical climate, B represents Dry Climates, C represents Warm Temperate, D represents Cold Snow Forest Climates, E represents Cold Climates and H represents High Land