A parcel of air has a temperature of 0°C as it crosses a mountain range at 3000 meters. If it descends, what will its temperature be when it reaches sea level?
A) 40°C
B) 30°C
C) 15°C
D) 0°C

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As the parcel of air descends, it warms up due to adiabatic heating at a rate of approximately 10°C per 1000 meters. Since it descends 3000 meters, it would warm up by 30°C, making its temperature 30°C at sea level.

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