Why is the annual range of temperature generally small in marine west coast climate?
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Correct answer: Because maritime influence moderates temperature
Marine west coast climates occur near oceans, whose high heat capacity warms nearby land slowly in winter and cools it slowly in summer. Prevailing westerlies also bring maritime air inland. These influences reduce seasonal extremes and produce a small annual temperature range, so B is correct.
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Because maritime influence moderates temperature
Why is this the correct answer?
Marine west coast climates occur near oceans, whose high heat capacity warms nearby land slowly in winter and cools it slowly in summer. Prevailing westerlies also bring maritime air inland. These influences reduce seasonal extremes and produce a small annual temperature range, so B is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: World Climate and Climate Change.
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