As the urban heat island effect grows in a city, the city's __________ are likely to experience higher temperatures than the suburbs.

Urban heat islands occur when buildings, roads, and other paved surfaces absorb and retain more heat than greener areas. As the effect grows, the city’s downtown areas are likely to become hotter than the suburbs. Parks, rural areas, and farmlands generally have more vegetation or open land that can help keep temperatures lower.

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