2007-01-03 11:49:32 · 4 answers · asked by Ralph A 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
Air is thicker at sea level and retains more heat than the thinner air at higher elevations.
2007-01-03 14:10:10 · answer #1 · answered by Meresa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
During the day the sun heats the ocean and it retains the heat. As for the mountains the higher up you go the thinner the air causing it to be colder.
2007-01-03 21:23:48 · answer #2 · answered by Bruce W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well the sea absorbs heat all day and retains it. Going higher up it always gets colder, there's less air, etc. but i'm sure there is a better answer than i have sorry :P
2007-01-03 20:02:55 · answer #3 · answered by Principessa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good question. I'm no expert or anything, but I believe because the higher you go, the air pressure is lower, resulting in colder temperatures.
2007-01-03 20:01:17 · answer #4 · answered by Mandi . 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋