Question

Which factors affect Florida’s climate? Check all that apply.

Florida’s distance above sea level
Florida’s distance from the equator
Florida’s limestone composition
Florida’s proximity to large bodies of water
Florida’s mining activities
Florida’s level of solar radiation

Answer 1

Select the factors that apply:
- Florida’s distance above sea level — Yes. Elevation affects temperature and air pressure (even small changes matter locally).
- Florida’s distance from the equator — Yes. Latitude controls the angle of sunlight and is a primary climate control.
- Florida’s limestone composition — No. Bedrock type influences soils and groundwater but does not control regional climate.
- Florida’s proximity to large bodies of water — Yes. Oceans moderate temperatures, add humidity, and drive sea breezes and storm activity.
- Florida’s mining activities — No (not as a major climate control). Local land-use changes can have small, local effects, but mining does not determine Florida’s overall climate.
- Florida’s level of solar radiation — Yes. Incoming solar energy is a fundamental driver of temperature and climate.