Because tropical deserts are very dry,
a. there are no plants in the desert
b. the soil is poor in organic matter
c. temperatures are about the same day and night
d. animals cannot live there

Which statement best explains the relationship between an area's geography and the temperature of its surface water? areas at low altitudes have the warmest water because they receive the most direct sunlight. areas at low altitudes have the warmest water because they have the least change in temperature throughout the year. areas at high latitudes have the warmest water because their days are the longest. areas at high latitudes have the warmest water because they have the longest seasons.