Most equatorial regions are warmer than the rest of Earth because of:

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The primary reason most equatorial regions are warmer than the rest of Earth is due to the angle at which sunlight hits the Earth's surface there. This explanation is not listed among the provided options, making "none of these" the correct choice. The direct overhead sun results in more concentrated solar energy, leading to higher temperatures. Earth's daily rotation, orbit around the Sun, and tilt of its axis influence seasonal variations and day length but do not directly explain why equatorial regions are consistently warmer.

Most Equatorial Regions Are Warmer Than the Rest of Earth