Consider a specific point on the surface of the earth (say Delhi). The temperature at a given time of day (say 12.00 Noon) will in general be higher in summer than in winter. This is because ________

A. The evaporation of water from atmosphere results in precipitation occurring in winter alone

B. Sun-rays falling on the earth are inclined more towards the sun in winter

C. The earth is closer to the sun in summer than in winter

D. The axis of the earth is inclined more towards the sun in winter

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The temperature at a given time of day (say 12.00 Noon) will in general be higher in summer than in winter. This is because Sun-rays falling on the earth are inclined more towards the sun in winter.