Chapter 53 - The Physical Environment and Biogeography of Life - 53.2 - Global Climate Is a Fundamental Component of the Physical Environment - 53.2 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 1148: 1

When air is warmed near the equator, it rises and cools, releasing large amounts of rain that give rise to the world's rainforests. However, if the air moves north or south and is depleted of its water, it gives rise to dry and arid climates such as the deserts in Africa and China.

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