Lesson: Thermal Inversion

What happens to temperature as altitude increases under normal conditions?

• Temperature increases

• Temperature decreases

• Temperature remains constant

• Temperature fluctuates

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During normal conditions, what happens to the warm air near the ground?

• It rises and mixes with cooler air above.

• It stays near the ground.

• It cools down rapidly.

• It forms a warm inversion layer.

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Why does warm air rise under normal conditions?

• It is more dense than cold air

• It is less dense than cold air

• It is heavier than cold air

• It is colder than cold air

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What happens to pollutants when warm air rises under normal conditions?

• Pollutants settle on the ground

• The pollutants disperse into the upper atmosphere

• Pollutants become denser

• Pollutants disappear

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What is a temperature inversion?

• A situation where cold air is above warm air

• A situation where warm air is above cold air

• A situation where air temperature remains constant

• A situation where warm air is below cold air

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What is the layer of warm air called in a temperature inversion?

• Cold layer

• Inversion layer

• Dense layer

• Pollution layer

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What happens to pollution during a temperature inversion?

• It rises into the atmosphere

• It disperses evenly

• It gets trapped close to the ground

• It disappears

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Why does the cooler air not rise during a temperature inversion?

• It is less dense

• It is more dense

• It is warmer

• It is lighter

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What is a potential consequence of thermal inversion?

• Improved air quality

• Increased rainfall

• Poor air quality and health problems

• Higher temperatures

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What happens to pollutants during a thermal inversion?

• They disperse quickly

• They rise into the atmosphere

• They build up near the ground

• They are eliminated