Question
How does the difference of latitude affect the temperature condition of the atmosphere?
Answer
The temperature condition of the atmosphere is affected by the difference of latitude in the following ways:
- Temperature decreases towards the poles: As we move away from the equator towards the poles, the temperature decreases due to the decrease in the intensity of solar radiation.
- Unequal heating of land and water: The temperature of the air is also affected by the unequal heating of land and water. Land heats up and cools down faster than water, so areas near the coast tend to have a more moderate climate than areas inland.
