Inversions represent a hazardous meteorological condition with respect to air pollution because they always bring:
A) a near total lack of mixing.
B) strong winds.
C) turbulent motion.
D) reduced oxygen content.
E) cold temperatures.

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Inversions create a layer of warm air above a layer of colder air close to the ground, which creates a stable atmosphere and prevents mixing of pollutants. This lack of mixing can cause pollutants to accumulate and lead to hazardous air quality. Strong winds and turbulent motion would help to disperse pollutants, while reduced oxygen content and cold temperatures are not necessarily associated with inversions.

Inversions Represent a Hazardous Meteorological Condition with Respect to Air