Many of the world's larger deserts are the result of
A)warm ocean currents.
B)extremely high temperatures.
C)strong prevailing northwesterly winds.
D)belts of high atmospheric pressure.

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Belts of high atmospheric pressure create stable, dry conditions that prevent moist air from rising and forming clouds. This lack of moisture leads to arid conditions and the formation of deserts.

Many of the World's Larger Deserts Are the Result of