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In Köppen’s classification, which climate type is characterized by less than four months having a mean temperature over 10°C?

ACwg

BDfc

CBwhw

DAw

Answer:

B. Dfc

Read Explanation:

  • Correct Answer: Option B) Dfc

  • Dfc = Cold humid winter with short summer.

  • Less than four months have temperature above 10°C.

  • This is typical of Arunachal Pradesh.


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Match the factor in Column A with its specific impact or characteristic in Column B.

Column A

Column B

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2. Distance from the Sea

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