In terms of the three-cell general circulation model,the driest regions of Earth should be near
A)the equator and the polar regions.
B)the equator and 30° latitude.
C)30° latitude and 60° latitude..
D)30° latitude and 60° latitude.,
E)30° latitude and the polar regions.

Question

In terms of the three-cell general circulation model,the driest regions of Earth should be near​
A)the equator and the polar regions.
B)the equator and 30° latitude.
C)​30° latitude and 60° latitude..
D)​30° latitude and 60° latitude.,
E)​30° latitude and the polar regions.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The driest regions are typically found at 30° latitude and the polar regions due to descending air in the subtropical high-pressure zones and polar high-pressure zones, which inhibit precipitation.

In Terms of the Three-Cell General Circulation Model,the Driest Regions