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The Significance of Urban Heat Islands in Urban Climate Resilience
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What is the primary cause of urban heat islands?
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Increased impervious surfaces
💡 Explanation:
Urban heat islands are primarily caused by the replacement of natural surfaces with impervious surfaces, such as concrete and asphalt, which absorb and retain heat more efficiently than vegetation and soil.