Which statement describes how the atmosphere gains energy by convection?(1 point)

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The ground warms the air just above it.
The ground warms the air just above it.

Air warmed by the ground rises.
Air warmed by the ground rises.

Energy moves from the clouds to the air.
Energy moves from the clouds to the air.

Solar energy warms gases that make up the air.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes how the atmosphere gains energy by convection is:

Air warmed by the ground rises.

This is a key concept in convection, where warm air, being less dense, rises while cooler air descends, creating a convection current.