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What is the main factor that affects the concentration of energy from the sun at different latitudes?
What is the main factor that affects the concentration of energy from the sun at different latitudes?
- Distance from large bodies of water
- Distance from the equator (correct)
- Altitude of the location
- Ocean currents surrounding the location
Why do places at higher altitudes tend to be cooler?
Why do places at higher altitudes tend to be cooler?
- Air molecules are spaced farther apart at higher altitudes (correct)
- Air molecules are denser at higher altitudes
- Gravity holds air molecules closer together at higher altitudes
- There is less air at higher altitudes
What is the effect of latitude on climate?
What is the effect of latitude on climate?
- Places at higher latitudes tend to be warmer
- Places at lower latitudes tend to be cooler
- Latitude has no effect on climate
- Places at higher latitudes tend to be cooler (correct)
What is the role of large bodies of water in regulating local climate?
What is the role of large bodies of water in regulating local climate?
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Why are temperatures warmer at lower altitudes?
Why are temperatures warmer at lower altitudes?
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What happens to the air above a body of water in the winter?
What happens to the air above a body of water in the winter?
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