Which of the following statements is true regarding high or low pressure for a parcel of air at the surface?

A. lower temperature, higher density, cold air rises, higher pressure at surface
B. lower temperature, higher density, cold air sinks, higher pressure at surface
C. higher temperature, higher density, warmer air rises, lower pressure at surface
D. higher temperature, lower density, warmer air rises, higher pressure at surface


Answer: B

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