SSC
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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they are at lower elevations
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they receive more solar energy
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they are nearer to ocean currents
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they get more winds that carry energy in the form of heat
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Detailed explanation-1: -When the sun’s rays strike Earth’s surface near the equator, the incoming solar radiation is more direct (nearly perpendicular or closer to a 90˚ angle). Therefore, the solar radiation is concentrated over a smaller surface area, causing warmer temperatures.
Detailed explanation-2: -There is a relationship between latitude and temperature around the world, as temperatures are typically warmer approaching the Equator and cooler approaching the Poles. There are variations, though, as other factors such as elevation, ocean currents, and precipitation affect climate patterns.
Detailed explanation-3: -Due to the Earth’s natural bulge where the equator is located, the equator is closer to the Sun than any other place, this also results in higher temperatures all year round.