As a general rule,the atmosphere cools by 3.5°F for every 1,000 feet gained in elevation.This is called
A) the adiabatic lapse rate.
B) the subsolar point.
C) the rate of condensation.
D) orographic effect.
E) the rain shadow effect.

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The statement describes the adiabatic lapse rate, which is the rate at which temperature changes with altitude in the atmosphere. As air rises, it expands and cools at a rate of 3.5°F per 1,000 feet gained in elevation.

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