Surface winds and upper-level winds blow in the same direction in a thermal circulation

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False

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Tropical cyclones

A) usually form at the equator. B) are strongest when they form over very warm waters. C) need cold ocean currents to trigger their formation. D) usually travel from west to east. E) are most common in the northern Pacific.

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Which of the following can be inferred from the figure shown?

A) Polar bears and grizzly bears usually do not compete for the same resources. B) Both polar bears and grizzly bears can acclimate to temperatures outside of their tolerance range, but only if they are gradually exposed to the extreme temperatures. C) Grizzly bears outcompete polar bears where their ranges overlap. D) Both polar bears and grizzly bears can tolerate an air temperature of 5°C. Read the following scenario, and answer the questions below. In North America, a toxic weed called leafy spurge was accidentally introduced and has grown and spread rapidly, covering millions of acres in north-central United States and south-central Canada. Leafy spurge is generally avoided by cattle and horses and may be toxic to them. Thus, rangeland where leafy spurge has spread has been damaged by the invasion of this plant.

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Which layer within the earth is molten (liquid)?

A. inner core B. oceanic crust C. outer core D. mantle

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What is the term for a political philosophy based on centralized economics, self-reliant nationalism and a cult-like leader?

A) state capitalist B) juche C) keiretsu D) daimyo E) none of the above

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