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What is the 'Lapse Rate' specifically called when the air is saturated with water vapor?
ADry Adiabatic Lapse Rate
BMoist Adiabatic Lapse Rate
CEnvironmental Lapse Rate
DFixed Lapse Rate
✓ Correct Answer: B — Moist Adiabatic Lapse Rate
The Moist Adiabatic Lapse Rate is lower than the dry one (approx 5°C/km) because the condensation of water releases latent heat.
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