Which of the Following Describes the State of the Atmosphere

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the state of the atmosphere when the upward-directed pressure gradient force is in balance with the downward pull of gravity?

• A)unstable equilibrium
• B)isobaric balance
• C)hydrostatic equilibrium
• D)geostrophic balance

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