Asked by Nicole Lemieux on May 16, 2024
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Which of the following settings is most likely to have high precipitation?
A) cold polar air that descends and heats up
B) a site where two large-scale circulation patterns flow away from each other, causing air to descend
C) a site where two large-scale circulation patterns converge, causing air to rise and cool
D) none of these
Large-Scale Circulation
Large-scale circulation refers to the extensive, wide-ranging movement of the atmosphere or ocean, influencing climate patterns and weather systems globally.
High Precipitation
An atmospheric condition where a significantly above-average amount of precipitation (rain, snow, hail, etc.) occurs.
Air Patterns
The general movement and distribution of air, including wind, that affects weather systems and climate.
- Familiarize oneself with the determinants responsible for variations in precipitation across different areas.
- Analyze the distribution of high and low precipitation areas based on atmospheric and oceanic circulation patterns.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the determinants responsible for variations in precipitation across different areas.
- Analyze the distribution of high and low precipitation areas based on atmospheric and oceanic circulation patterns.
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