Multiple choice

The lapse rate for saturated air is ___ of the lapse rate for dry air.

  1. half

  2. double

  3. thrice

  4. one-fourth

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Saturated Adiabatic Lapse Rate (SALR) is approximately 6°C/km, which is roughly half of the Dry Adiabatic Lapse Rate (10°C/km). This difference occurs because latent heat release during condensation warms the parcel, slowing its cooling rate as it rises.