FREE-RESPONSE QUESTION
(a) Choose ONE of the following: Hadley cell, Ferrel cell, or Polar cell. In
your description, include the following:
(i) A description of the type of cell
(ii) An explanation of how that cell develops
(iii) The cell’s location with respect to the equator
(b) Describe the characteristics of that cell in terms of climatic conditions. In
your description, include temperature, relative humidity, and prevailing
winds.
(i) Identify and describe ONE biome that would exist at sea level within the
specific latitudes of that cell. In your description, give examples of both
plants and animals that would be found within that biome.
Answer
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Before writing your responses, be sure to map out or brainstorm what you are going to write
about. A few minutes planning and organizing your responses will get you a much higher score.