Which of the Following Is $\underline { \text { not } }$

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is $\underline { \text { not } }$ responsible for the urban heating effect?

• A) The materials cities are constructed from conduct heat better than natural soils.
• B) The materials cities are constructed from store heat better than natural soils.
• C) The albedo of urban environments is substantially higher than that of natural landscapes.
• D) The concentration of people, machines and heat generating devices adds more heat to the environment.
• E) Less evaporation occurs from city surfaces.

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