An inversion represents an extremely stable atmosphere because a parcel of air that rises into an inversion will eventually become______ and ______ dense than the air surrounding it.
A) warmer, less
B) colder, more
C) colder, less
D) warmer, more

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An inversion represents a situation where the temperature increases with altitude, contrary to the normal decrease in temperature with altitude in the troposphere. If a parcel of air rises into this inversion layer, it will expand and cool at a rate faster than the surrounding air, which is actually getting warmer with altitude. Therefore, the rising air parcel becomes colder and more dense compared to the surrounding air, inhibiting its further rise and contributing to atmospheric stability.

An Inversion Represents an Extremely Stable Atmosphere Because a Parcel