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Köppen Climate Classification

The Köppen Climate Classification is a system used to categorize Earth's various climate zones based on temperature and rainfall patterns. It helps identify regions like tropical rainforests, deserts, or temperate areas by analyzing what the weather is typically like there. The system uses letters to represent climate types—such as "A" for tropical, "B" for dry deserts, "C" for temperate, "D" for cold, and "E" for polar. This classification helps scientists and planners understand local climates, predict weather trends, and make decisions related to agriculture, ecology, and urban development.