The frictional force in the atmosphere

A) stays roughly the same up to an altitude of about 4 kilometers.
B) varies depending upon the nature of the Earth's surface.
C) accelerates winds near the surface.
D) is independent of wind speed.
E) is zero at the equator.


B

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What will be an ideal response?

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