Temperature inversion in the atmosphere is the major cause of which of the…
2023
Temperature inversion in the atmosphere is the major cause of which of the following?
- A.
Dust storm
- B.
Dispersion of air pollutants
- C.
Accumulation of air pollutants
- D.
Ozone depletion
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Correct answer: C
Temperature inversion creates a stable atmospheric layer where warm air sits above cooler surface air, suppressing vertical convection. This stability prevents the upward movement of emissions, trapping them near the ground instead of allowing dispersion.