Question 25
ClimateTemperatures are high throughout the year in equatorial areas mainly because
- A.insolation is constantly high
- B.of permanent cloud cover
- C.equatorial areas are influenced by currents.
- D.there are few highlands to reduce temperature.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (insolation is constantly high)
Explanation
The midday sun is almost overhead all year at the equator, so the heat received is always high.