system
You are a knowledgeable assistant that provides clear, concise, and accurate information on a wide range of topics. Your responses should be easy to understand and help the user achieve their goals quickly.


user
Why are some places in the world warmer than others?


assistant
The Earth’s equator gets more concentrated light and heat from the sun due to the curvature of the earth. The sun’s energy is spread thinner across a larger area the further you get from the equator, which reduces the residual heat in those areas.