(a) Outline any four factors that can influence climate of a place (b) In what...
(a) Outline any four factors that can influence climate of a place
(b) In what three ways does climate affect man
Explanation
(a) Four factors that can influence the climate of a place are:
(i) Latitude
(ii) Altitude
(iii) Continentality
(iv) Ocean currents
(b) Three ways in which climate can affect man include:
(i)Health; Humid or damp environment encourages the growth of micro-organisms which cause the diseases of man
(ii)Clothing;. The type and nature of clothing worn by different people in different locations is due to differences in climate. Cold climate requires black and thick dresses while hot climate requires light dresses.
(iii) Building types The type and nature of houses built in different locations is also influenced by the differences in climate e.g hot regions require air-conditioned houses whereas polar regions do not.