Global Atmospheric Circulation

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Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to the earth's surface?

  • Troposphere (correct)
  • Thermosphere
  • Stratosphere
  • Mesosphere

What is the main driver of the global atmospheric circulation system?

  • Equator (correct)
  • Troposphere
  • Stratosphere
  • Poles

At what latitudes do you find high pressure and dry conditions?

  • 90 degrees north and south
  • Equator
  • 60 degrees north and south
  • 30 degrees north and south (correct)

Where does air rise again in the global atmospheric circulation system?

<p>60 degrees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the atmosphere does most of the earth's weather take place in?

<p>Troposphere (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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