UPSC Prelims 2023 · GS Paper 1 · Q34

Geography

Medium · Continental vs oceanic temperature contrast

Statement-I: The temperature contrast between continental interiors and the adjoining oceans is generally greater in summer than in winter.

Statement-II: Water has a higher specific heat capacity than land, causing it to warm up and cool down more slowly.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?