Suppose a parcel of air has a given temperature, pressure, and density. Which of the following will happen to the air pressure inside the parcel if its size remains the same while its temperature increases?

A. Air pressure will decrease.
B. Air pressure will decrease to, but not lower than, 1000 hPa.
C. Air pressure will increase.
D. Air pressure will remain constant.


Answer: C

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