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The effect of the Gulf Stream on the climate of Scotland

The effect of the Gulf Stream on the climate of Scotland
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  • The effect of the Gulf Stream on the climate of Scotland
  • Duration: 01:37
  • Logan Botanic Garden in Galloway is able to grow plants that wouldn't survive elsewhere in Scotland. This is because Galloway has a mild climate due to the Gulf Stream. The Gulf Stream is a flow of warm seawater which passes the west coast of Scotland and brings warmer weather. Logan is seldom affected by frost or snow.
  • Subject:

    Geography

       Topic:

    Weather and Climate

  • Keywords: Gulf Stream, plants, weather, climate, sea, geography, Scotland, Logan Botanic Garden
Ideas for use in class
  • This clip could be used for upper primary children who are studying temperature across Scotland and how the Gulf Stream has a considerable effect. Students could also look at the gardens at Inverewe in the western Highlands, which also benefit from the Gulf Stream. The clip could contribute to studying the adaptation of plants and animals to life in different climates.
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  • Clip language : English
  • Aspect ratio : 16x9
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