General Facts
What percentage of Earth’s land is covered by dry climates?
26%
Name one famous desert with a dry climate.
The Sahara Desert
What kind of air system keeps dry climates dry?
High pressure
What plant stores water in its stem?
Cactus
What do people use to grow crops in dry climates?
Irrigation
How much rain do deserts get each year?
Less than 25 cm
What desert is located in Chile?
The Atacama Desert
What process removes water from the ground and air in these climates?
Evaporation
What animal stores fat in its hump to survive heat?
Camel
Name one activity people do for work in dry areas.
Mining or tourism
What are summers and winters like in dry climates?
Hot summers and cool winters
In what part of the U.S. are dry climates common?
The Southwest
True or False: Dry climates get a lot of rain because of clouds.
False
When are many desert animals most active?
At night
How do people adapt their houses or towns to the heat?
They build small, heat-resistant towns or use materials that keep them cool