A physical geographer compares two coastal cities, one on the equator and the other near the poles. Both cities receive sunlight for the same duration during the day. Why does the city on the equator stay warmer?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) The polar city absorbs less sunlight due to proximity to water
2. (B) Terrestrial reflection is greater at the equator, keeping it warm
3. (C) Sunlight is more direct at the equator, concentrating the energy
4. (D) Both cities have the same temperature because of the same duration of sunlight

Verified Answer

Option (C): Sunlight is more direct at the equator, concentrating the energy

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