In Eurasia, the land becomes cold in the winter and develops a seasonal high-pressure system from which surface flow is directed off the land. In the summer, in contrast, the opposite occurs: The landmasses are heated and develop a low-pressure cell, which permits air to flow onto the land. This "switch" in directions of airflow into or off of the continent gives rise to ________.
A)the monsoon
B)cyclones
C)the polar high
D)easterlies and westerlies

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The switch in directions of airflow into or off of the continent is a key feature of the monsoon system, which brings alternating wet and dry seasons to many parts of Asia.

In Eurasia, the Land Becomes Cold in the Winter and Develops