Large-Scale Winds Are Generated on Earth Primarily Because of

question 34

Multiple Choice

Large-scale winds are generated on Earth primarily because of

• A) strong updrafts from the equator and air sinking near the poles.
• B) uneven heating of the surface and rotation of the planet.
• C) water condensation onto mountains.
• D) hot air rising and cool air sinking.
• E) charged particles interacting with the magnetosphere.

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