Deserts typically form at __________ latitude where

__________.
a. 30 degrees; warm dry air descends
b. 60 degrees; warm dry air descends
c. 0 degrees; there is intense sunlight
d. 60 degrees; warm dry air ascends
e. 75 degrees; rising air picks up moisture


Answer: a

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