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Check a temperature comparison

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Check a temperature comparison

Fictional training exercise. Sensors of the same model are placed at three sites. One is in direct sun against a dark wall.

SiteTemperature (°C)Placement
Park21.2Shaded, 1.5 m above ground
Square23.1Shaded, 1.5 m above ground
Wall29.4Direct sun, against wall
Fictional training data created by GeographyHelp

1. What is the park–square temperature difference in °C?

2. Which pair has comparable sensor placement in these records?

Choose an answer

3. What would a stronger microclimate comparison require?

The maps and data are fictional. These exercises do not count as required fieldwork.

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