What causes it to be colder in the winter and warmer in the summer in the northern hemisphere?

A) Summer temperatures are warmer because the Earth is closer to the Sun during the summer.
B) Summer temperatures are warmer because more sun energy per unit area is received during this time.
C) Summer temperatures are warmer because less sun energy per unit area is received during this time.
D) Summer temperatures are warmer because the Earth is farther from the Sun during the summer


Answer: B) Summer temperatures are warmer because more sun energy per unit area is received during this time.

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