What occurs during a major El Niño event? How might this affect global wind and precipitation patterns?

What will be an ideal response?


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If the ozone in the atmosphere were to be destroyed, which of the following effects would you most expect to occur?

a. The thermal structure of the atmosphere would remain the same. b. More shortwave radiation would penetrate the atmosphere. c. There would be a decrease in the receipt of ultraviolet radiation at the surface. d. More longwave radiation would penetrate the atmosphere.

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The model of human behavior widely used in neoclassical economics, that is, an all-knowing, self-interested individual who behaves rationally is called ________ ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Clouds that form downwind from mountain barriers and have a curved shape are called:

A) streamers. B) lee-side clouds. C) lenticularus clouds. D) contrails. E) none of the above

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Harry Hess proposed that the ________.

A. magnetic poles wander B. magnetic field reverses C. the core is liquid D. continents drift E. sea floor moves

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