The term 'Urban Heat Island' refers to:

Practice Questions

Q1
The term 'Urban Heat Island' refers to:
  1. A phenomenon where rural areas are warmer than urban areas.
  2. The increased temperature in urban areas compared to their rural surroundings.
  3. A specific type of climate found in coastal cities.
  4. The cooling effect of vegetation in cities.

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

The term 'Urban Heat Island' refers to:
  • Step 1: Understand that 'Urban Heat Island' is a term used to describe a phenomenon.
  • Step 2: Recognize that this phenomenon occurs in cities and urban areas.
  • Step 3: Know that urban areas are usually warmer than nearby rural areas.
  • Step 4: Learn that this warming happens because of human activities, like driving cars and using electricity.
  • Step 5: Realize that buildings, roads, and other infrastructure in cities absorb heat from the sun.
  • Step 6: Understand that this absorbed heat is released slowly, keeping urban areas warmer.
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