The document discusses several key factors that influence the climate of Britain: 1) Latitude - Britain's northern latitude means the sun's rays are more concentrated in the south, and the atmosphere scatters more heat near the poles. 2) Prevailing winds - Warm currents from the Gulf Stream moderate Britain's climate, making it warmer than if those currents did not reach its coasts. 3) Proximity to sea - Bodies of water take longer to heat up and cool down than land, so areas near the coast are cooler in summer and warmer in winter.

1. Can you guess the characteristics of these air masses and their names? Polar Maritime Polar continental Tropical continental Tropical Maritime

3. Therefore, the sun’s rays are more concentrated in the South rather than the North of Britain. 1) How does the latitude affect Britain’s climate?