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Sea surface temperature influences the atmosphere above it most directly by

  • A.controlling evaporation and latent heat
  • B.altering the Coriolis force locally
  • C.changing the atmospheric pressure directly
  • D.reflecting rather more sunlight

Answer: A

A warm ocean evaporates more and fuels deeper convection, which is why tropical cyclones need warm water. The pattern of sea surface temperature organises much of the tropical circulation. Warm water fuels deep convection.

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