The most important reason why summers in the Southern Hemisphere are not warmer than summers in the Northern Hemisphere is that
A) the earth is closer to the sun in January.
B) the earth is farther from the sun in July.
C) over 80 percent of the Southern Hemisphere is covered with water.
D) the sun's energy is less intense in the Southern Hemisphere.

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The Southern Hemisphere has more ocean coverage, which moderates temperatures and prevents extreme heat compared to the Northern Hemisphere, which has more landmass that heats up more quickly.

The Most Important Reason Why Summers in the Southern Hemisphere