The climate of a place is NOT affected by which of the following?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Type of soil.
A region's climate is primarily influenced by:
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Topography (elevation, mountains altering wind/rain patterns),
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Location (latitude determining temperature zones), and
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Distance from the sea (maritime vs. continental climates).
While soil type affects vegetation and agriculture, it does not directly alter atmospheric conditions like temperature, rainfall, or wind patterns—the core factors defining climate. Soil is a consequence of weathering and biological processes, not a climate driver.