Why can fog remain for longer during a temperature inversion?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Cold moist air is trapped below and mixing decreases
Inversion prevents cold moist surface air from dispersing. Exam tip: connect inversion with fog trapping.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Cold moist air is trapped below and mixing decreases
Why is this the correct answer?
Inversion prevents cold moist surface air from dispersing. Exam tip: connect inversion with fog trapping.
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.