Why can fog persist longer in a valley during temperature inversion?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Cold moist air is trapped below and mixing is reduced
Inversion prevents lower cold moist air from dispersing. Exam tip: remember valley fog and inversion together.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Cold moist air is trapped below and mixing is reduced
Why is this the correct answer?
Inversion prevents lower cold moist air from dispersing. Exam tip: remember valley fog and inversion together.
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.