Summers in the Southern Hemisphere – This question was asked in:
Solar System
A. The Earth is closer to the Sun in January
B. The Earth is farther from the Sun in July
C. Over 80% of the Southern Hemisphere is covered with water
D. The Sun’s energy is less intense in the Southern Hemisphere
Answer
Option C: Over 80% of the Southern Hemisphere is covered with water
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Detailed Solution – Summers in the Southern Hemisphere
The most important reason why summers in the Southern Hemisphere are not warmer than summers in the Northern Hemisphere is that over 80% of the Southern Hemisphere is covered with water.