Which of the following conditions describes when a parcel of saturated air releases the most latent heat?

A. when the air parcel is rising and cold
B. when the air parcel is rising and warm
C. when the air parcel is sinking and warm
D. when the air parcel is sinking and cold


Answer: B

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