Migrating Subtropical Pressure Zones Generally Produce Dry Summer Conditions on the West

question 41

Multiple Choice

Migrating subtropical pressure zones generally produce dry summer conditions on the west side of continents because of

• A)rising air and cold ocean currents.
• B)rising air and warm ocean currents.
• C)sinking air and cold ocean currents.
• D)sinking air and warm ocean currents.

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