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The change in pressure with horizontal distance is termed as .

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friction
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evaporation
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coriolis force
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D
pressure gradient
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Solution

The correct option is D pressure gradient
Air pressure in different places is not equal. Pressure horizontally can increase or decrease. For example, if we move from north to south, the pressure decreases. This change in pressure with horizontal distance is termed as pressure gradient.

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