When the moderating influence decreases over the continents and people experience extreme weather conditions, it is known as __________.
A
Continentality
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B
Coriolis force
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C
Southern oscillation
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D
Monsoon
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Solution
The correct option is A Continentality As the distance from the sea increases, its moderating influence decreases and the people experience extreme weather conditions. This condition is known as continentality (i.e. very hot during summers and very cold during winters).