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Climate Graph

A graphical representation of the climate data of a specific location over time, typically showing temperature and precipitation.

Temperature Range

The difference between the maximum and minimum temperatures recorded in a specific period.

Convectional Precipitation

Rain formed when warm air rises, cools, and condenses due to heating from the sun.

Cyclonic Precipitation

Rain that occurs when warm and cold air masses collide, often during changing seasons.

Dependency Load

The ratio of people in dependent age groups (under 16 and over 65) to those in the working age group.

Population Pyramid

A graphical representation of the age and gender distribution of a population.

Natural Increase

The growth of a population as a result of the number of births exceeding the number of deaths.

Push Factors

Reasons that drive people to leave their home country, such as war, poverty, or lack of opportunities.

Pull Factors

Attractions that draw individuals to a new country, including employment opportunities and safety.

Water Scarcity

The lack of sufficient available fresh water resources to meet the demands of water usage within a region.