What factors produce the natural summer drought (high POTET and low PRECIP) experienced in Sacramento? (Consider air masses, pressure systems, and ocean currents.)



Sacramento—Station # 6

What will be an ideal response?


Shifting subtropical high-pressure anticyclone—Pacific or Hawaiian high pressure. Cool offshore currents and stable air masses.

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A stream gathers water from an area called its ________

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