Moist air climbs a hill slope, cools, and forms fog near the surface. What is it called?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Upslope fog
Upslope fog forms by adiabatic cooling of air rising along a slope. In exams, use slope and rising air as clues.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Upslope fog
Why is this the correct answer?
Upslope fog forms by adiabatic cooling of air rising along a slope. In exams, use slope and rising air as clues.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Forms of condensation: dew, frost, fog, and mist.