Question

which of the following best describes conditions during la niña events in the eastern pacific ocean near the equator (i.e., near ecuador)?
choose 1 answer
a cool ocean surface temperatures and warmer air temperature
b cool ocean surface temperatures and colder air temperatures
c warm ocean surface temperatures and colder air temperatures
d warm ocean surface temperatures and warmer air temperatures

Explanation:

La Niña is characterized by cooler - than - average ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean near the equator. Warmer air temperatures are associated with La Niña as the cooler ocean waters still allow for some heat transfer to the atmosphere, but not to the extent of El Niño.

Answer:

A. cool ocean surface temperatures and warmer air temperature