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What happens to air pressure as altitude decreases?

A. air pressure decreases
B. air pressure increases
C. air pressure stays the same
D. air pressure mixes

User Manvi
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Answer:

  • Air pressure increases as altitude decreases .

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  • If we will be close to the surface of the earth , there will be more air molecules.

Thus , option B) Air pressure increases is correct.

User Neurosnap
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Answer:

B. air pressure increases

Step-by-step explanation:

Think of it like this, the lower you are, the more air is above you. The higher ur elevation, the less air above you. I hope this can help!

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