Author Question: An elongated region of low pressure is called a ridge. Indicate whether the statement is true or ... (Read 73 times)

rachel9 · **on:** Jul 14, 2018

An elongated region of low pressure is called a ridge.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

When speed divergence occurs in the upper atmosphere, what effect does it have on cyclogenesis?

A) It inhibits cyclogenesis by preventing cyclonic flow.
B) It greatly enhances cyclogenesis by increasing convergence on the surface below.
C) It has no impact whatsoever on the formation of mid-latitude cyclones.
D) It can either inhibit or enhance cyclogenesis, depending on the surface air temperature.