Which of the following contributes most to the large difference in the average daytime and nighttime temperatures on the Moon? A) the lack of CO₂ in its atmosphere B) the lack of a magnetosphere C) the lack of an atmosphere D) the lack of geologic activity E) its slow rotation rate

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The lack of an atmosphere on the Moon means there is no greenhouse effect to retain heat, and no breeze to blow hot air away from the surface. This allows the surface to heat up much more during the day when it is exposed to the Sun, and cool down much more at night when it is in shadow.

Which of the Following Contributes Most to the Large Difference