The graph given below shows the mean average monthly temperatures (in °C) and mean monthly rainfall (in cms) of a place: This graph is indicative of which one of the climatic zones of the world?
A
Wet and dry tropical
B
Rainy tropical
C
Semi-arid tropical
D
Temperate marine
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
1. The graph shows mean monthly temperatures (line graph) and mean monthly rainfall (bar graph) for a place.
2. Temperature Analysis: The temperature is consistently high throughout the year, hovering around 25-30°C, with minimal variation between months. This indicates a tropical location.
3. Rainfall Analysis: There is significant rainfall in almost all months, with peaks suggesting very high rainfall periods. There isn't a distinct long dry season.
4. Climatic Zone Identification:
- (A) Wet and dry tropical (Savanna) climate has high temperatures but a distinct dry season.
- (B) Rainy tropical (Tropical Rainforest) climate is characterized by consistently high temperatures and high rainfall throughout the year, without a significant dry season. This matches the graph.
- (C) Semi-arid tropical (Tropical Steppe) climate has high temperatures but low rainfall overall.
- (D) Temperate marine climate has moderate temperatures with distinct seasons and moderate rainfall, which does not match the graph.
5. The graph, showing high temperatures and high rainfall year-round, is indicative of a Rainy tropical climatic zone.
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