Q13 · UPSC Prelims 2024 · Set A · Geography

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Consider the following description :1.Annual and daily range of temperatures is low.2.Precipitation occurs throughout the year.3.Precipitation varies between 50 cm - 250 cm. What is this type of climate ?

A Equatorial climate
B China type climate
C Humid subtropical climate
D Marine West coast climate

Correct answer: (d) Marine West coast climate

Explanation

  1. A

    Equatorial climate

    Equatorial. Rain is much heavier than 50–250 cm in classic Af; ranges of temperature are very low, but the rainfall band here is marine west-coast.

  2. B

    China type climate

    China type. Greater seasonal range; monsoon-like summer rain.

  3. C

    Humid subtropical climate

    Humid subtropical. Hot summers; more seasonal contrast than marine west coast.

  4. D

    Marine West coast climate

    Marine west-coast. Mild annual and daily range; rain all year, 50–250 cm (Cfb).

Summary. Official key is (d) marine west-coast climate. Western Europe / Pacific North-West type: small annual and daily temperature range, precipitation through the year, typically in the 50–250 cm band. Equatorial climates are wetter; China / humid subtropical types have hotter summers and a clearer seasonal pulse.

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