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Role of Atmosphere

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The uneven heating of air over land and water causes_________.

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Wind

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Radiation

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Both (a) & (b)

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Vaporization

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Solution

The correct option is A Wind
Changes in the surface temperature heat or cool the air above, which leads to air movement called wind. Solar heating of the Earth's surface is uneven because land heats faster than water.

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