How does upwelling affect the weather of a coastal region?(1 point)

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The cold surface water results in moist air and more rainfall.
The cold surface water results in moist air and more rainfall.

The warm surface water results in drier air and less rainfall.
The warm surface water results in drier air and less rainfall.

The warm surface water results in moist air and more rainfall.
The warm surface water results in moist air and more rainfall.

The cold surface water results in drier air and less rainfall.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

The cold surface water results in moist air and more rainfall.

Upwelling brings cold, nutrient-rich water from the deep ocean to the surface, which can result in increased moisture in the air and potentially more rainfall in coastal regions.