An atmosphere where there is no temperature advection is called ________,while an atmosphere with temperature advection is called ________.
A)dormant; active
B)stagnant; mixed
C)barotropic; baroclinic
D)peaceful; stormy

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In meteorology, advection refers to the horizontal movement of air with different temperature properties. Temperature advection occurs when air with different temperatures moves towards and replaces each other.

A barotropic atmosphere is one where temperature changes are not associated with horizontal temperature advection, meaning that the air temperature is determined solely by the pressure field. In contrast, a baroclinic atmosphere is one that has temperature gradients and temperature advection, resulting in a more active and dynamic atmosphere.

Therefore, the correct answer is choice C: barotropic; baroclinic.

An Atmosphere Where There Is No Temperature Advection Is Called