Which statement best explains the temperatures of a desert environment?
A.
The high amount of moisture in the air traps heat causing extreme temperature differences.
B.
The high amount of moisture in the air traps heat causing a very stable temperature range.
C.
The lack of moisture in the air allows heat to escape quickly at night causing a very stable temperature range.
D.
The lack of moisture in the air allows heat to escape quickly at night causing extreme temperature differences.
1 answer
The answer is C. The lack of moisture in the air allows heat to escape quickly at night causing a very stable temperature range. In desert environments, there is low humidity which means that the air cannot hold much moisture. As a result, the heat dissipates quickly at night, leading to cool temperatures. During the day, the lack of moisture and cloud cover results in the sun's energy reaching the ground, heating it up quickly. This leads to higher temperatures during the day but a stable temperature range overall.