"Zonal" air flow in the middle latitudes means a(n) ________ flow of air.
A) west-east
B) east-west
C) north-south
D) south-north
E) fast

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Zonal air flow refers to the dominant west-to-east movement of air in the middle latitudes, also known as the prevailing westerlies. Option B) east-west is the opposite direction and doesn't reflect zonal flow. Option C) and D) north-south or south-north refer to meridional flow, which is a different type of air flow pattern. Option E) "fast" is not a direction and is not a correct answer choice for this question.

"Zonal" Air Flow in the Middle Latitudes Means A(n) ________