Which of the following processes causes sea surface salinity to increase near the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn?

A) Condensation
B) Evaporation
C) Freezing
D) Melting
E) Polarization


B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Despite the fact that there are more than enough houses in the Washington, D.C., area, there are still many families that are homeless. Why?

A) Many homeless families don't know how to apply for affordable housing programs B) The houses are located in high crime areas where no one wants to live C) The average price of a home is very high in relation to household income and there is very little affordable housing D) Most homeless people choose to live that way

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The environmental lapse rate is smallest at [INSERT FIGURE 6-9. NO CAPTION]

A) 6:00 am B) 7:00 am C) 8:00 am D) 9:00 am E) 10:00 am

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The boundary between the Archean and Proterozoic is marked by changes in ____

a. fossil assemblages b. crustal evolution styles c. atmospheric composition d. oceanic composition e. atmospheric temperatures

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