During an overnight trip to the beach, you notice a pleasant breeze in the evening. Which statement correctly describes the breeze? (1 point)

Question

The air moves toward the land because the water cools off faster than the land does

The air moves toward the water because the water cools off faster than the land does

The air moves toward the land because the land cools off faster than the water does

The air moves toward the water because the land cools off faster than the water does

Answer 1

The correct statement is: The air moves toward the land because the water cools off faster than the land does.

This describes the phenomenon of a sea breeze, where the cooler air over the water moves inland to replace the rising warm air over the land.