Why would the Greek word klima be the root of the word climate?
Ans. Klima refers to the elevation of the Sun above the horizon, which is determined by latitude. Latitude affects local climate, as does the proximity of large water bodies and topography. To learn more about latitude, click on the Global Grid graphic entitled: “The ‘Global Grid’ combines longitude and latitude.” 6. Scroll to the top of the locus page and click on the Focus Topic, d Climatic Change. In the left-hand column, read the Bad Science Teaser which begins, “Bring on the greenhouse effect!” Explore the following question and then close the window to return to focus page, “Climate Change,” on the Beyond Books site. What is the difference between the greenhouse effect and global warming? Ans. The greenhouse effect is the name given to the process that causes the surface of planet Earth to be warmer than it would have been without an atmosphere. Global warming is the name used to describe the chemical changes that are occurring in the composition of Earth’s atmosphere that is inc
