Which of the following locations would contribute to mid-latitude cyclogenesis?
A) the upwind side of a mountain chain
B) along cold constant pressure surfaces
C) relatively warm water offshore from a cold land mass
D) relatively cold water offshore from a warm land mass

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Relatively warm water offshore from a cold land mass would create a large temperature contrast, which is one of the necessary ingredients for mid-latitude cyclogenesis.

Which of the Following Locations Would Contribute to Mid-Latitude Cyclogenesis