Question

the southwestern united states is characterized as a dry, hot desert. this is also referred to as the areas
a weather
b. climate
c elevation
d atmosphere

Explanation:

Weather refers to short - term atmospheric conditions. Elevation is the height above sea level. Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding a planet. Climate is the long - term pattern of weather in a particular area. A dry, hot desert is a long - term characteristic, so it is related to climate.

Answer:

B. climate