The Main Reason Polar Regions Are Cooler Than the Equator

question 18

Multiple Choice

The main reason polar regions are cooler than the equator is that

• A) there is more ice at the poles.
• B) sunlight strikes the poles at a lower angle.
• C) the poles are farther from the sun.
• D) the polar atmosphere is thinner and contains fewer greenhouse gases.
• E) the poles are permanently tilted away from the sun.

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