The Rate at Which a Rossby Wave Propagates Is NOT

question 61

Multiple Choice

The rate at which a Rossby wave propagates is NOT dependent upon this factor:

• A)the amplitude of the wave.
• B)the wavelength of the wave.
• C)the wave's latitudinal position.
• D)the westerly component of the wave's internal wind speed.

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