The annual temperature range at most latitudes in the southern hemisphere is much smaller than in the northern hemisphere. Why?

A) There is more area covered by water in the southern hemisphere.
B) There is more mountainous area in the southern hemisphere.
C) Earth is closer to the Sun during southern hemisphere summer.
D) There is less desert area in the southern hemisphere.
E) Rainfall and cloudiness are greater in the southern hemisphere.


A

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