Which factor best explains the difference in sea ice (shown in white) between March in the northern hemisphere and March in the southern hemisphere?
A. seasonal variation in daylength
B. low sun angle throughout the year
C. high albedo for all surfaces
D. continentality for all surfaces
Answer: A
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