Thunderstorms that form on the windward sides of mountains are classified as ____

a. convective
b. frontal
c. cyclonic
d. orographic
e. maritime


d

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If we were to develop an economy around hydrogen as a fuel source (as some have suggested we should), what would be the best way to produce the hydrogen if we wanted to protect the environment?

A. Use wind power to generate electricity and decompose water. B. Drill the deep wells we need to tap the natural reserves. C. Mine the ocean floor for methane deposits and extract it. D. Extract hydrogen from natural gas using electricity from burning coal.

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The large, flat-topped hill with a surface area of several square km in an arid region is called:

a. Butte b. Mesa c. Chimney d. Talus aprons

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How has fossil diversity changed over time? Why do diversity trends differ among taxonomic levels?

What will be an ideal response?

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How much of the total U.S. land area does the federal government own and what is it primarily used for?

A) 2% used for public housing B) 7% used for housing government offices C) 20% used for the Interstate Highway system D) 40% used for national parks and military facilities E) 55% used for national parks, military facilities, Interstate Highways, government offices, and public housing

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