« previous next »

Author Question: In the valleys of central and southern California, dry, sinking air produces an inversion that ... (Read 58 times)

saliriagwu

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 537
on: Jul 13, 2018
In the valleys of central and southern California, dry, sinking air produces an inversion that inhibits the development of towering cumulus clouds during the summer. Hence, in these regions, thunderstorms are most frequent in winter and spring, particularly when cold, moist, conditionally unstable air aloft moves over moist, mild surface air.
   a. True
   b. False

Question 2

Thunderstorms are a common phenomenon in areas dominated by subtropical highs.
   a. True
   b. False


Kimmy

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 342
Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: True

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: False


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Astigmatism is the most common vision problem. It may accompany nearsightedness or farsightedness. It is usually caused by an irregularly shaped cornea, but sometimes it is the result of an irregularly shaped lens. Either type can be corrected by eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

Did you know?

All adults should have their cholesterol levels checked once every 5 years. During 2009–2010, 69.4% of Americans age 20 and older reported having their cholesterol checked within the last five years.

Did you know?

Anti-aging claims should not ever be believed. There is no supplement, medication, or any other substance that has been proven to slow or stop the aging process.

Did you know?

Dogs have been used in studies to detect various cancers in human subjects. They have been trained to sniff breath samples from humans that were collected by having them breathe into special tubes. These people included 55 lung cancer patients, 31 breast cancer patients, and 83 cancer-free patients. The dogs detected 54 of the 55 lung cancer patients as having cancer, detected 28 of the 31 breast cancer patients, and gave only three false-positive results (detecting cancer in people who didn't have it).

Southern Hound (Extinct) Southern Hound (Extinct)
The central roles of ATP and NAD(P)H in metabolism The central roles of ATP and NAD(P)H in metabolism
During the Pullman strike in Chicago, workers protesting wage cuts did $340,000 in property damage, During the Pullman strike in Chicago, workers protesting wage cuts did $340,000 in property damage,
Central Nervous System Stimulants That Are Scheduled Drugs Central Nervous System Stimulants That Are Scheduled Drugs
Early geologists discovered evidence of past glaciations in U-shaped valleys Early geologists discovered evidence of past glaciations in U-shaped valleys
Video: Arthritis

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library