The intensity of solar radiation received at lower latitudes (near the equator) compared to higher latitudes (near the poles) is:

The doldrums refer to the same region as the:

What is the latitude for the doldrums (ITCZ)?

Within the troposphere, the atmosphere gets warmer with increasing altitude.

Thermohaline circulation is driven by:

Refer to the figure below, and use the information on the map corresponding to the ocean’s climatic regions to answer the following question. The oceanic climate region that is characterized by sea ice coverage in the winter and open water (but cold) in the summer is:

The circular movement of surface water currents driven by the major wind belts are called gyres.

The covalent bonds form between hydrogen and oxygen atoms in a water molecule form as a result of the:

Greater temperature fluctuations  (changes) are seen in coastal areas due to the marine effect.

Match the term or description with the appropriate phrase. You may use each answer once, more than once or not at all.