Regarding Hydrostatic Equilibrium and Movements Toward Hydrostatic Equilibrium,it Is True

question 88

Multiple Choice

Regarding hydrostatic equilibrium and movements toward hydrostatic equilibrium,it is true that:

• A)upward vertical movements are likely to occur more rapidly than downward movements.
• B)air density has no effect on the up or down motion of air masses.
• C)a sparse atmosphere feels a stronger gravitational pull than does a dense atmosphere.
• D)the vertical pressure gradient force is no match for the force of gravity.