An approaching wave cyclone would be indicated by a ________ barometer reading.
A)slowly rising
B)very low
C)rapidly falling
D)high
E)variable,rising then falling

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A rapidly falling barometer reading is a strong indication of an approaching wave cyclone. A wave cyclone is a low-pressure system characterized by counterclockwise winds (in the Northern Hemisphere) that rotate around the center of the system. The low pressure associated with the wave cyclone causes air to rise, leading to cloud formation and potentially stormy weather. A rapidly falling barometer reading indicates that the atmospheric pressure is decreasing quickly, which is a key characteristic of an approaching wave cyclone.

An Approaching Wave Cyclone Would Be Indicated by a ________