Which describes why the poles do not get as hot as the equator even when they tilt toward the Sun?
Select all that apply.
Responses
The moderation of ocean currents by the Sun’s heating neutralizes the effect of the tilt for the poles.
As the poles tilt toward the Sun, a negative feedback mechanism is initiated which restricts them from getting too hot.
Incoming solar radiation still strikes the poles at an angle, whereas it is more direct at the equator.
Solar radiation is distributed over a larger area at the poles than at the equator due to the shape of Earth.
Incoming solar radiation still strikes the poles at an angle, whereas it is more direct at the equator.
Solar radiation is distributed over a larger area at the poles than at the equator due to the shape of Earth.
The correct options are:
- Incoming solar radiation still strikes the poles at an angle, whereas it is more direct at the equator.
- Solar radiation is distributed over a larger area at the poles than at the equator due to the shape of Earth.