On the average, the tropopause is highest above the surface over the ________.
A) North Pole
B) Arctic Circle
C) South Pole
D) Equator
E) Antarctic Circle

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The tropopause is highest above the surface over the equator due to the strong convection currents that occur in this region. These currents cause warm air to rise, which creates a high-pressure zone in the upper atmosphere that supports a higher tropopause.

On the Average, the Tropopause Is Highest Above the Surface