account for the lack of heavy precipitation in polar regions?

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account for the lack of heavy precipitation in polar regions?

2006-12-01 19:04:41 · 2 answers · asked by gregory a 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology

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Well, the cold air causes sinking, which leads to an inhibition in condensation (raising air condenses), which leads to less clouds and less ppt.

2006-12-01 19:08:11 · answer #1 · answered by QFL 24-7 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Actually, Gregory, it's because of the low temperatures. Cold air is capable of holding much less moisture than warmer air. This accounts for the Polar regions being deserts or semi deserts.

2006-12-02 02:10:23 · answer #2 · answered by JIMBO 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋