A parcel of air shoved upward into atmospheric air in a state of stability will expand and become cooler
A)than the surrounding air.
B)reaching the same temperature as the surrounding air.
C)but not as cool as the surrounding air.
D)then warmer as it rises.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

As the parcel of air rises, it expands and cools due to the decrease in air pressure. This results in the parcel being cooler than the surrounding air, which has not undergone any expansion. This condition is known as adiabatic cooling. Therefore, option A is correct.

A Parcel of Air Shoved Upward into Atmospheric Air in a State