Geography A-Level
Spatial distribution of biomes
What Spatial distribution of biomes means in Geography A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Spatial distribution of biomes
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Global atmospheric pressure belts determine where hot deserts are distributed, as high-pressure zones inhibit condensation and precipitation.
Topics that use Spatial distribution of biomes
- Deserts as natural systems (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Aridity Index
- Atmospheric circulation
- Ecosystem interactions
- Geomorphic feedback and equilibrium
- Landform
- Landscape evolution
- Ocean-atmosphere interactions
- Spatial distribution
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