Which of the following statements describes an urban heat island?
A. Conservation techniques are used to reduce energy consumption in urban areas.
B. Air temperatures are warmer in urban areas than in surrounding rural areas.
C. Factories are situated in a single location downwind from urban areas.
D. Energy use is concentrated in urban areas.
Answer: B
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