Deserts occur at ____ latitudes.
A)exclusively low
B)exclusively middle
C)exclusively high
D)mostly low and middle
E)mostly middle and high

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Deserts mostly occur at low and middle latitudes, between 15 and 30 degrees north and south of the equator. This is due to the circulation patterns of the Earth's atmosphere and the resulting dry, descending air masses in these regions. However, some high latitude regions can also experience desert conditions due to cold, dry air and limited precipitation.

Deserts Occur at ____ Latitudes