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At which latitude, heat gain through insolation approximately equals heat loss through terrestrial radiation?

1. 22 1/2° North and South
2. 40° North and South
3. 42 1/2° North and South
4. 66° North and South

Correct answer: 40° North and South

Solution

At approximately 40° North and South latitudes, the heat gained through solar insolation is balanced by the heat lost through terrestrial radiation, maintaining an energy equilibrium.

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