Temperature differences between nighttime and daytime on Earth are relatively small due to
A)polar regions absorbing most solar energy.
B)Earth being 70% water.
C)Earth's relatively high daily spin rate and shortness of nighttime.
D)seasonal fluctuations and Earths magnetic field.

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Earth's relatively high daily spin rate and shortness of nighttime ensure that temperature differences between nighttime and daytime are relatively small. As the Earth rotates, different parts of the planet receive solar radiation at different times, which helps to balance and regulate temperature. The shortness of nighttime also means that there is less time for temperatures to drop significantly. The other options (A, B, and D) are not accurate explanations for why temperature differences between nighttime and daytime on Earth are relatively small.

Temperature Differences Between Nighttime and Daytime on Earth Are Relatively