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On June 21, why is there greater solar energy at the North Pole than the Equator?

A) The North Pole is closer to the sun than the equator on that date. B) The Sun hits the North Pole more directly on that date. C) Although there is less sloar intensity at the North Pole, there are many more hours of daylight. D) The hole in the ozone layer allows more sunlight to reach the North Pole in the summer.

Public Comments

1. The answer in this case would be "C", as the Sun remains above the horizon 24 hours a day at that date (actually the Sun is above the horizon at the north pole continuously from the Spring equinox to the Autumnal Equinox).
2. i concur with answer one