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Climate

Gujarat Board · Class 9 · Social Science

Quick revision notes for Climate — Gujarat Board Class 9 Social Science. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Climate vs Weather

  • Climate is average atmospheric conditions over 35+ years
  • Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions that change daily
  • Climate affects agriculture, lifestyle, and economic activities
2

Seasons and Earth's Movement

  • Earth's axis tilted at 23.5° causes seasons
  • Earth's axis makes 66.5° angle with orbital plane
  • Revolution around sun and axial tilt create seasonal changes
3

Climate Variations in India

  • Tropic of Cancer divides India into torrid zone (south) and temperate zone (north)
  • South India has maritime climate due to peninsular shape
  • North India has continental climate being away from sea
4

Factors Affecting Climate

  • Latitude: Distance from equator affects temperature
  • Distance from sea: Coastal areas moderate, interior areas extreme
  • Altitude: Temperature decreases with height

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Key Concepts

Climate is the average atmospheric conditionsIndia experiences monsoon climate dueFive main factors control India's climateIMD divides India's climate into fourSouthwest monsoon splits into two branches

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