AP Environmental Sciencehardmcq1 pt
During La Niña, the western Pacific typically experiences
A.unusually heavy rainfall
B.severe drought
C.no change
D.cooling of all surface water
Explanation
Core Concept
Strengthened trades pile even warmer water in the west, supercharging convection — floods in Australia and Indonesia.
Correct Answer
Aunusually heavy rainfall
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