Question

question 4 of 10
what is it about cities that make them microclimates?

a. lower atmospheric pressure

b. large areas of asphalt and concrete

c. the presence of large trees

d. higher elevation

Explanation:

Cities have large areas of asphalt and concrete (urban heat island effect - related). These materials absorb and retain heat, altering temperature, humidity, etc., creating microclimates. Lower atmospheric pressure (A) isn't city - specific for microclimates. Large trees (C) would mitigate heat, not create microclimates as a defining city feature. Higher elevation (D) is not a city - wide defining factor for microclimates.

Answer:

B. Large areas of asphalt and concrete