Which of the following conditions defines upwelling?
A)the rising air motion in a low-pressure centre
B)the increasing height in an upper-level ridge
C)the rising of cold water from below
D)the lifting of air along the polar front

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Upwelling refers to the rising of cold water from below, which typically occurs in areas where winds blow parallel to the coastline and push surface water away, allowing deep, cold water to rise to the surface.

Which of the Following Conditions Defines Upwelling