Suppose a warm parcel of air at sea level is compared to a similar but very cold parcel of air at 5.5 km. Which of the following statements accurately compares the two parcels of air?

A. The parcel at sea level has higher pressure and higher density than the parcel at 5.5 km.
B. The parcel at sea level has lower pressure and lower density than the parcel at 5.5 km.
C. The parcel at sea level has lower pressure and higher density than the parcel at 5.5 km.
D. The parcel at sea level has higher pressure and lower density than the parcel at 5.5 km.


Answer: A

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