2.1 Influence of the Gulf Stream

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2.1 Influence of the Gulf Stream

In which climate zone is most of Europe located? ......... zone

What does the temperate climate mean?

1. Extremely hot
2. Extremely cold
3. Not too hot, not too cold
4. Only cold in winter

What is the subtropics?

1. The coldest part of the temperate zone
2. The hottest part of the temperate zone
3. The polar zone
4. The zone closest to the poles

What is a European country in the subtropics:

1. Germany
2. Norway
3. Spain
4. Denmark

What is the important factor for warmer winters near the coast of Europe?

1. High latitude
2. Influence of the ocean
3. Mountain ranges
4. Distance from the equator

How is this ocean current in the Atlantic Ocean that influences winter temperatures in Europe called? The .... .....

Where does the Gulf Stream originate?

Why is the water in the Gulf of Mexico warm?

1. Because it starts at low lattitude
2. Because it starts at high lattitude
3. Because there is a lot of movement of the water
4. Because there is little movement of the water

What type of wind does the Netherlands often experience?

1. Easterly wind
2. Northerly wind
3. Westerly wind
4. Southerly wind

What is an onshore wind?

1. Wind from land to sea
2. Wind from sea to land
3. Wind from the tropics

How are winters in Western Europe compared to Eastern Europe?

1. Colder
2. Warmer

What happens to air temperatures further inland in Europe?

1. They are more influenced by the ocean
2. They become more extreme

Why is it cooler inland in summer?

1. Land heats up faster than water
2. The ocean cools the land
3. There is no onshore wind

What is an offshore wind?

1. Wind blowing from land to sea
2. Wind blowing from sea to land

How are summers in Western Europe compared to Eastern Europe?

1. Hotter
2. Milder