A parcel of air that has undergone initial lifting in a region that contains unstable air will most likely
A)continue to rise.
B)sink back down.
C)mix with the air around it.
D)remain in its new location.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

If the region contains unstable air, the parcel of air is warmer and less dense than the surrounding air. This means that it will continue to rise until it reaches a point of equilibrium or until it encounters a stable layer of air. Therefore, the correct choice is A, to continue to rise.

A Parcel of Air That Has Undergone Initial Lifting in a Region