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UI Post-UTME Geography 2018 (Model questions) Question 4

Question 4

Climate

Which of the following most accurately describes the climate of coastlands which are adjacent to cool ocean currents?

  1. A.Summer rain, winter drought
  2. B.Winter rain, summer drought
  3. C.Rain all the year round
  4. D.Monsoon rainfall pattern
  5. E.Aridity
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (Aridity)

Explanation

Cool currents chill the air above them so it cannot rise and give rain, which is why such coasts are deserts (e.g. the Namib).