1. Biome Characterization and Distribution

2. A large area of land or a group of ecosystems that have similar climatic conditions
Considering temperature - Classified by latitude or distance from the equator
Considering moisture – classified by distance from the ocean
Can be modified by abiotic factors

3. Wind patterns
If wind pattern in on-land, the shore climate is very wet

4. Ocean Currents Warm and cold currents can affect coastal temperature
Ex – Europe under influence of a warm current

5. Mountain Ranges
Can increase the amount of precipitation on the windward side and decrease it on the lee-ward side