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The latitude 90 oN is closer to the earth's axis than the latitude 40 oN. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Although the polar regions radiate away more heat energy than they receive by insolation in the
  course of a year, the insulating properties of snow prevents them from becoming progressively
  colder each year. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.




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Answer to Question 1

true

Answer to Question 2

false





 

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