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Geography GK · Q167

Atmosphere

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 167

Q167

Lapse rate is related to the decrease of ________

A.
Wind velocity with an ascent of 300 feet
B.
Humidity with an ascent of 450 feet
C.
Temperature at 1°F for an ascent of 330 feet
Answer
D.
Pressure with an ascent of 500 feet

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Lapse rate is related to the decrease of Temperature at 1°F for an ascent of 330 feet. The lapse rate is the rate at which an atmospheric variable, normally temperature in Earth's atmosphere, changes with altitude.