Question

Which of the following does not affect the climate of a place?

• A. Altitude
• B. Distance from the sea
• C. Prevailing winds
• D. Distance from a river

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Distance from a river

The generalization of the atmospheric condition over a long period of time is referred to as climate. It is the long-term pattern of weather in a particular area. Following are the factors which influence the climate of any place:

1. Distance from equator - Places located near equator have hotter climate as compared to the places located away from equator as they receive direct sun rays.
   
2. Altitude - Places located on high altitude have cooler climate as compared to the places located on plains.
   
3. Prevailing winds - Places which experiences on-shore winds have high rainfall as compared to the places experiencing off-shore winds.
   
4. Ocean currents - Winds which blow over warm currents bring more rainfall as compared to the winds blowing over cold currents.
   
5. Distance from sea - Areas located near sea experiences moderate climate, whereas areas located away from sea experiences extreme climate.