Discusses the climatic maps of proper China and Manchuria according to the Thornthwaite 1948 classification. Formula for computing the potential evapotranspiration; Presentation of climatic conditions; Classes of maps presented by Thornthwaite.
CLIMATOLOGY, METEOROLOGY, AGRICULTURAL climatology, AGRICULTURE, LIFE sciences
Abstract
Examines the impact of climate on the landscapes and the modes of human occupancy and livelihood in China. Role of climate in the production, distribution and exchange of produce; Influence of climate on methods of agriculture; Differentiation of zones of cultural features.