Climate Crossword

3. scientists who study the weather and climate patterns.
4. the shape of a land surface that can affect climate.
6. the long term weather pattern for a given area.
10. the climate zone nearest the equator where it is warm all year.
11. effect the apparent curve in the path of winds and water currents caused by Earth's rotation.
12. the distance from the equator North and South that affects that regions climate.
14. the climate zone with warm summers and cool winters.

1. strong winds in the upper troposphere that shape our weather and climate.
2. warming the long term increase in the average surface temperature of Earth.
5. a cold water surface current that flows from Alaska down the coast of California.
7. the distance from sea level that affects our climate. The higher up from sea level, the colder the climate.
8. caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface, and affects our climate.
9. when the Pacific Ocean is warmer than normal and it causes changes in climate patterns.
11. a long term change in climate patterns including changes in temperatures, precipitation, and severe weather.
13. the climate zone nearest the poles where it is cold all year.