Before a hurricane forms, upper-level divergence above an easterly wave

A) pulls moisture into the system. B) causes the system to dissipate.
C) moves west to east. D) weakens vertical convective circulation.


A

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In determining the occurrence of precipitation, the NWS forecasts are correct more than ________ percent of the time

A) 30 B) 10 C) 50 D) 80

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The general pattern of layered changes in soil with depth is called ______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The magnetosphere deflects the solar wind toward Earth's two poles

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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