Climate zones
The Earth is divided into geographical and climatic zones, which result in the zonation of vegetation.
Geography
Keywords
zones, geographical zones, regions of vegetation, climate zones, temperate zone, tropical zone, cold zone, climate, major lines of latitude, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Arctic Circle, Antarctic Circle, sun's ray, angle of inclination, solstice, nature, geography
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The Earth is a rocky planet with a solid crust and oxygen in its atmosphere.
Geographic coordinate system
The geographic coordinate system enables every location on the Earth to be exactly specified.
The Sun's path above the major circles of latitude
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Topography of the Earth
The animation presents the largest mountains, plains, rivers, lakes and deserts of the Earth.
Altitudinal zonation
In mountainous areas the climate, soil properties, the flora and fauna change depending on elevation.
Change of seasons (intermediate)
Due to the Earth´s tilted axis, the angle of the Sun's rays at given latitudes continuously changes during the year.
Monsoon wind system
In summer, monsoon winds bring heavy rainfall from the ocean to the continent.
Ocean currents
The Great ocean conveyor is a planet-wide system of ocean currents, which has a great influence on the Earth´s climate.
Aeolian landforms in deserts
Wind, as an external force, plays an important role in shaping deserts.
Aeolian landforms on coasts and steppes
Wind, as an external force, plays an important role in shaping coastal areas and steppes.
El Niño
A periodic climate pattern that occurs across the tropical Pacific Ocean every five years.
Time zones
The Earth is divided into 24 time zones. Standard time is the time used within time zones.
Glacier (intermediate)
A glacier is a large body of ice that forms from snow, and is in constant, slow motion.
Interesting geography facts – Physical geography
This animation presents some interesting facts in physical geography.
Layers of forests
The layers of different types of forests may vary.
Location of origin of livestock and crops
Domesticated animals and crops originate from various parts of the world.
Measuring time
The first calendars and time-measuring instruments were already used by ancient Eastern civilisations.