Question

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select the statement that describes what the uneven heating of earth’s surface causes.
radiation absorption in water, but not land.
problems for people living near the poles.
wind and weather patterns on earth.
ocean tides and lower temperatures.

Explanation:

To determine the correct statement, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Radiation is absorbed by both water and land, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Uneven heating causes wind (due to pressure differences) and weather patterns, which is a direct result of uneven heating of Earth's surface.
• Option 3: Problems for people near poles are due to cold temperatures, not directly from uneven heating's causes.
• Option 4: Ocean tides are due to gravity (moon, sun), not uneven heating; lower temperatures at poles are from less direct sunlight, not a cause of uneven heating.

Answer:

B. Wind and weather patterns on Earth. (Assuming the options are labeled A - D with A: Radiation absorption in water, but not land; B: Wind and weather patterns on Earth; C: Problems for people living near the poles; D: Ocean tides and lower temperatures)