Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The annual range of temperature in the interior of the continents is high as compared to coastal areas. What is/are the reason(s)?

1. Thermal difference between land and water.
2. Variation in altitude between continents and oceans.
3. Presence of strong winds in the interior.
4. Heavy rains in the interior as compared to coasts.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

• A. 1 only
• B. 1 and 2 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D.
  1, 2, 3 and 4
  

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 only

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The annual range of temperature in the interior of the continents is higher than in coastal areas. This is related to the difference in the specific heat of land and water, coupled with the moderating influence of the sea near the coast.