climate zones
[ˈklaɪmət zoʊnz]
nounpl: climate zones
zonas climáticas
1. Regions of the Earth characterized by similar climate patterns, temperature ranges, and precipitation levels
The tropical climate zones experience high temperatures and humidity throughout the year.
As zonas climáticas tropicais experimentam altas temperaturas e umidade durante todo o ano.
2. Geographical areas classified by the Köppen-Geiger climate classification system or similar systems
Scientists study climate zones to understand global weather patterns and environmental changes.
Cientistas estudam as zonas climáticas para compreender os padrões climáticos globais e mudanças ambientais.
3. Areas defined by latitude, altitude, and proximity to water bodies that determine their meteorological characteristics
Different climate zones require different architectural designs for buildings.
Diferentes zonas climáticas exigem diferentes designs arquitetônicos para edifícios.
The term 'climate zones' is fundamental in Brazilian environmental education and climate research, as Brazil spans multiple climate zones from tropical rainforests to semi-arid regions. Understanding climate zones is crucial for agricultural planning, urban development, and environmental conservation in Brazil's diverse geography.
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