Question

question 5 (1 point)
the suns energy warms the earth more at the equator than at the poles. which of the following best explains why?
o a the equator has more of a curved surface than the poles.
o b sunlight is more spread out near the equator.
o c sunlight is less spread out near the equator.
o d the equator lacks ice, which reflects the suns energy

Explanation:

At the equator, sunlight hits the Earth more directly. This means the same amount of solar energy is concentrated over a smaller area (less spread out), leading to more warming. At the poles, sunlight hits at an angle, spreading the energy over a larger area. Option a is incorrect as the Earth's curvature is not the main factor here in terms of curvature difference between equator and poles in this context. Option d about ice - reflection is a secondary factor compared to the angle of sunlight.

Answer:

C. Sunlight is less spread out near the equator.