Deserts Typically Occur in a Band at 20 Degrees North

question 26

Multiple Choice

Deserts typically occur in a band at 20 degrees north and south latitude because

• A) descending air masses tend to be cool and dry.
• B) trade winds have a little moisture.
• C) moisture-laden air is heavier than dry air and is not carried to these latitudes.
• D) ascending air tends to be moist.
• E) these locations get the most intense solar radiation of any location on Earth.

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