Why can fog persist when a temperature inversion exists near the surface?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because cold moist air gets trapped below and mixing is reduced
Inversion reduces vertical mixing and can maintain cold moist air near the surface. Exam tip: remember the inversion and fog-trapping link.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because cold moist air gets trapped below and mixing is reduced
Why is this the correct answer?
Inversion reduces vertical mixing and can maintain cold moist air near the surface. Exam tip: remember the inversion and fog-trapping link.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Humidity, evaporation, and condensation.