As one approaches the equator,the Sun angle ________ and the atmosphere attenuation ________.
A)increases; increases
B)decreases; decreases
C)increases; decreases
D)decreases; increases

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As one approaches the equator, the Sun angle increases because the equator receives the most direct sunlight. However, the atmosphere attenuation decreases because there is less atmosphere for the sunlight to pass through. This results in a higher intensity of sunlight at the equator.

As One Approaches the Equator,the Sun Angle ________ and the Atmosphere