Topic: Salient features of world’s physical geography.
2. Account for spatial and temporal variations in the temperature distribution on Earth and the reasons for it. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question: To write about the factors causing variations in the temperature distribution on Earth.
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Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by mentioning about the temperature distribution on the Earth and its effects.
Body:
Mention the factors that influence the temperature distribution on earth. The Angle of Incidence or the Inclination of the Sun’s Rays, Duration of Sunshine, Transparency of Atmosphere, Land-Sea Differential, Prevailing Winds, Aspects of Slope, Ocean Currents, Altitude, Earth’s Distance form Sun.
Next, write about how the above helps in maintaining the heat balance.
Conclusion:
Conclude by stating the importance of understanding the patterns of distribution of temperature.
