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Which of the following statements regarding Mediterranean and Monsoon climate is/are correct?
1. Precipitation in Mediterranean climate is in winter while in Monsoon climate it is mostly in summer
2. The annual range of temperature in Mediterranean climate is higher than the Monsoon climate
3. Rainy and dry seasons are found in both the climates
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
[CDS I 2016]
1) 1 only
2) 2 and 3 only
3) 1 and 3 only
4) 1, 2 and 3
Source – Both in NCERT and GC Leong
#Important topic
1) Mediterranean Type Climate aka Warm Temperate Western Margin Climate
2) Entirely confined b/w 30° and 45° N and S
3) Basic cause – Shifting of the belts
4) Summers are hot and dry with clear skies, winters are cool and wet
5) Temp. are never extreme… Why? Bcoz of moderating influence of water bodies and ocean currents
6) The Mediterranean land receives rain in winter
7) Trees – Small broad leaves and never be too tall
8) Absence of shade is unique feature
9) Prominent Vegetation- Bushes and Shrubs
Economy- World’s Orchard land- wide range of CITRUS fruits
3/4th production of Wine
3) 1 and 3 only