Chapter 11 lesson review

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. How do the Westerlies affect the climate in Western Europe? The Westerlies blow across the Atlantic Ocean, carrying warm, moist maritime air to the continent.

What landmasses make up the British Isles, and what countries do they form? The British Isles are made up two large islands Great Britain and Ireland along with thousands of smaller ones.

Why is the North Sea important to Western Europe? is a vital source of energy due to its large reserves of oil and natural gas.

How does the marine west coast climate in Western Europe differ from marine west coast climates in other parts of the world? In Western Europe, the lack of high coastal mountains and there is also alto of air.