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Regarding hydrostatic equilibrium and movements toward hydrostatic equilibrium, it is true that:
 
  A) upward vertical movements are likely to occur more rapidly than downward movements.
  B) air density has no effect on the up or down motion of air masses.
  C) a sparse atmosphere feels a stronger gravitational pull than does a dense atmosphere.
  D) the vertical pressure gradient force is no match for the force of gravity.

Question 2

Mercury barometer readings must be corrected for all of the following factors, except:
 
  A) temperature.
  B) changes in the acceleration of gravity with latitude.
  C) moisture content of the air.
  D) elevation above sea level.


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raili21

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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Gracias!

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