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Question : The amount of insolation received at a place on the surface of the earth depends upon

Option 1: its climate

Option 2: the longitude of the place

Option 3: its latitude

Option 4: the altitude of the place


Team Careers360 3rd Jan, 2024
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Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: its latitude


Solution : The answer is its l atitude.

The quantity of insolation (incoming solar radiation) received at a given location on the Earth's surface is determined by its latitude. Latitude affects the angle at which the sun's rays impact the Earth's surface. Near the equator, there is more direct sunshine and, hence, higher insolation.

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