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light intensity is greatest when....
the sunlight hits the earth directly.
the sunlight hits the earth towards the north.
the sunlight hits the earth towards the south.
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When sunlight hits the Earth directly, the area it covers is smaller compared to when it hits at an angle. This means the same amount of solar energy is concentrated over a smaller surface area, resulting in greater light intensity. Hitting towards the North or South (which implies an angle rather than direct incidence) spreads the energy over a larger area, reducing intensity.
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the sunlight hits the Earth directly.