Q91
Which type of climate is known for the maximum diurnal range of temperature?
A.
Mediterranean
B.
Equatorial
C.
Hot desert
AnswerD.
Cold desert
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
Hot desert type of climate is known for the maximum diurnal range of temperature. Summer day time temperatures can exceed 40° C. However, at night the temperature can drop below 0° C. The climate is very dry with less than 250 mm of rainfall a year. Hot deserts have two distinct seasons: summer, when the temperature ranges between 35-40° C, and winter, when the temperature ranges between 20-30° C.