Which of the following statements is false?
A)Deserts form under virtually stationary areas of low atmospheric pressure.
B)Deserts form far inland where air has already lost its moisture through precipitation.
C)Deserts form where air is so cold only small amounts of moisture can precipitate.
D)Deserts form where moisture-bearing winds are blocked by mountain ranges.

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Deserts typically form under high-pressure zones where the air is descending, not low-pressure areas where the air is rising and can lead to precipitation. This descending air warms up and dries out, leading to arid conditions suitable for desert formation.

Which of the Following Statements Is False