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Question
Chennai has a lower annual range of temperature than Lucknow.
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Solution
Chennai has an equable or oceanic climate due to its proximity to the sea, but Lucknow is located in the interior and enjoys a continental/extreme climate. The annual temperature range in Lucknow is greater than in Chennai.
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