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What is the main reason for temperature difference between coastal and inland regions?

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Correct answer: The moderating effect of the sea is greater in coastal regions

The direct answer is D: the sea has a stronger moderating effect in coastal regions. Water heats and cools more slowly than land. During hot periods, the sea absorbs heat gradually; during cool periods, it releases stored heat gradually. As a result, coastal places usually have smaller temperature extremes, while inland areas heat and cool more quickly and often show a larger range. Option A is wrong because the Sun rises in inland regions too. Option B is wrong because coastal regions contain land as well as nearby sea. Option C is wrong because the sea does not always stop rainfall; it can supply moisture and affect rainfall patterns. Option D is correct because it states the main reason for the difference. The reasoning is: nearby sea → slow heating and cooling → moderated coastal temperature. Memory cue: sea changes slowly, so the coast changes less sharply.

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