A solar-heavy grid in California experiences a characteristic midday dip in carbon intensity. Which of the following correctly explains why this dip occurs?

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Solar generation floods the grid during peak sunlight hours, displacing fossil fuel generators and lowering the overall carbon intensity

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Industrial electricity demand drops at midday as factories shut down for lunch breaks

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Grid operators deliberately reduce carbon intensity at midday to meet regulatory targets

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Wind generation peaks during midday as thermal air currents are strongest

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