Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A) Thermal inversion occurs when a layer of cold air prevents warm air from rising.
• B) Thermal inversions exacerbate pollution problems.
• C) Thermal inversions are temporary.
• D) Normally, cool air near Earth's surface expands and rises, carrying pollutants higher into the troposphere.
• E) Thermal inversions help prevent air pollution.

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