Which of the Following Statements About Temperature Inversion Is NOT

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about temperature inversion is NOT true?

• A) Temperature inversion causes a layer of warm air to trap a cooler layer of smog in an area.
• B) Sunny climates with light winds are at a decreased risk for temperature inversion.
• C) Large cities located in valleys surrounded by mountains are at an increased risk for temperature inversion.
• D) If a temperature inversion lasts more than a few days, pollutants at ground level can build up to dangerous levels.

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