SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 49

SSC CGL - 19 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q49

The variation between a high air temperature and a low temperature that occurs during the same day is called _______ temperature.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. diurnal.

The variation between a high air temperature and a low temperature that occurs during the same day is called diurnal temperature variation. This refers to the fluctuation in temperature between the highest and lowest points within 24 hours, typically occurring as a result of the Earth's rotation. During the day, the sun heats the surface, causing temperatures to rise, while at night, the absence of sunlight causes cooling, leading to a drop in temperature.