Multiple choice

During the night, the land cools down faster than the ocean surface. What will be the flow of air?

  1. The flow of air rises upwards

  2. The flow of air is towards the ocean

  3. The flow of air is towards land

  4. Options 1 and 2

  5. Options 1 and 3

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, the air which is warm rises upwards creating an area of low pressure near the surface. This is filled in by cooler air from the land. This gives rise to the land breeze.