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India: Climate, Flora and Fauna

ICSE · Class 8 · Geography

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Overview

India has a varied climate because of its wide latitudinal extent, the presence of the Himalayas, altitude, distance from the sea, and the influence of monsoon winds. This variety also supports a rich natural environment with many kinds of forests, plants, and animals. India experiences sharp climat

Key Concepts

Climate is studied through temperature

Climate is studied through temperature, rainfall, atmospheric pressure, and wind direction. India is called a country of Tropical Monsoons because mon

The Tropic of Cancer divides India

The Tropic of Cancer divides India into two halves: the north temperate zone and the south tropical zone.

The Great Himalayan range blocks bitter

The Great Himalayan range blocks bitter cold winds from Central Asia and also intercepts moisture-laden southwest monsoon winds.

Temperature decreases at the rate

Temperature decreases at the rate of 1°C for every 166 m of altitude increase. Higher places are cooler than plains.

Coastal places have a marine

Coastal places have a marine or equable climate, while interior places have an extreme or continental climate.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the main factors that affect the climate of India
  • Explain the four seasons linked with monsoon variation
  • Describe the climatic contrasts found in different parts of India
  • Identify the major types of natural vegetation in India
  • Understand the importance of forests and forest conservation

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