Asked by Whitney Mukumela on Jul 20, 2024

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Descending air around ____ degrees latitude causes the formation of deserts.

A) 0
B) 15
C) 30
D) 45
E) 60

Descending Air

Air movement downward towards the Earth's surface, often leading to warming and drying conditions, impacting weather and climate patterns.

Latitude

The measurement of distance north or south of the Equator, expressed in degrees.

Deserts

Arid regions with extremely low precipitation levels, supporting sparse vegetation and a varied range of adaptations among the living organisms.

  • Comprehend the fundamental principles governing atmospheric circulation and pinpoint the latitudes at which significant air masses ascend and descend.
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Jeremy SpecialsJul 20, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The region around 30 degrees latitude is known as the subtropical high-pressure belt or the horse latitudes. The descending air in this region becomes warmer, drier, and more stable, leading to the formation of deserts such as Sahara, Arabian, and Australian deserts.