Why is the eye region of a hurricane largely free of precipitation and heavy clouds?
A)rising air motion
B)pressure gradient is weaker
C)cooler temperatures
D)sinking air motion

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The eye region of a hurricane is largely free of precipitation and heavy clouds because of sinking air motion. As the air sinks, it warms up and dries out, which inhibits the formation of clouds and precipitation.

Why Is the Eye Region of a Hurricane Largely Free