As compared to continental interiors,surface temperatures in coastal regions ____________.
A) are warmer throughout the year
B) are colder throughout the year
C) experience a more extreme range throughout the year
D) experience a less extreme range throughout the year

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Coastal regions experience a less extreme range of temperatures throughout the year as compared to continental interiors due to the moderating effect of the nearby water bodies. The water has a high specific heat capacity, which means that it can absorb and release heat energy slowly. Therefore, in summers, the coastal regions remain cooler due to the cool sea breeze, and in winters, they remain warmer because the water retains some of its heat.

As Compared to Continental Interiors,surface Temperatures in Coastal Regions ____________