Deserts Typically Occur in a Band at 30 Degrees North

question 15

Multiple Choice

Deserts typically occur in a band at 30 degrees north and south latitude because

• A)descending air masses tend to be cool and dry.
• B)trade winds have a little moisture.
• C)water is heavier than air and is not carried far over land.
• 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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