Which of the following are true with regard to temperature control of the atmosphere of a given place?
I. The major temperature contrasts on earth's surface are between land masses and oceans
II. During night, the water surface cools more rapidly than the land surface
III. Temperature generally decreases with latitude on either side of the equator
IV. Temperature rises to a maximum during summer and falls to a minimum during winter
A. I, III and IV
B. II, III and IV
C. I and II
D. II and IV
Answer: Option A
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The following are true with regard to temperature control of the atmosphere of a given place are The major temperature contrasts on earth's surface are between land masses and oceans, Temperature generally decreases with latitude on either side of the equator and Temperature rises to a maximum during summer and falls to a minimum during winterRelated Questions on Atmosphere
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