Which of the Following Is NOT a Valid Explanation of the Urban

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a valid explanation of the urban heat island effect?

• A)Urban areas retain heat longer and do not cool off as quickly at night as surrounding rural areas.
• B)Pollution trapped over a city enhances the greenhouse effect of the atmosphere.
• C)Urban areas generally have a higher albedo than surrounding rural areas.
• D)Increased runoff on urban surfaces reduces evaporative cooling in the area.

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