In general, which is the cause of a sea breeze?

A. Land is more dense than water.

B. Coastlines are at higher elevations than oceans.

C. Land heats and cools more quickly than water.

D. Landmasses have more cloud cover than oceans.

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Biology

Erica Rich

12 September, 02:05

In general, which is the cause of a sea breeze?

A. Land is more dense than water.

B. Coastlines are at higher elevations than oceans.

C. Land heats and cools more quickly than water.

D. Landmasses have more cloud cover than oceans.

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Answers (2)

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Mike Vazquez · Answer 1

I think it is C but I'm not 100% sure. Sorry if I'm not can you tell me if I got it right?

Jane Hodges · Answer 2

C. Land heats and cools more quickly than water.

Explanation:

The sea breeze is produced by the effect of the differences in heating and cooling experienced by the land and the water bodies. During the day the highest temperature on earth gives rise to heated air that is quickly compensated by the arrival of cold air from the sea or large lakes. At dusk there is a calm period when temperatures equalize. During the night, the mechanism is reversed as the water is warmer, although the wind speed is usually lower because the differences are not so pronounced.

In general, which is the cause of a sea breeze?A. Land is more dense than water.B. Coastlines are at higher elevations than oceans.C. Land heats and cools more quickly than water.D. Landmasses have more cloud cover than oceans.

In general, which is the cause of a sea breeze?

A. Land is more dense than water.

B. Coastlines are at higher elevations than oceans.

C. Land heats and cools more quickly than water.

D. Landmasses have more cloud cover than oceans.