Which of the following does NOT happen to solar radiation as it passes through the atmosphere?

A) absorption B) intensification C) scattering D) transmission


B

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The principle of ________ states that the physical, chemical, and biological processes at work shaping the Earth today have also operated in the geologic past

A) catastrophism B) plate tectonics C) plutonism D) Uniformitarianism

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When pressure is removed from overlying rock, the pressure of deep burial is relieved, initiating pressure-release jointing. The joints then separate into curved slabs. This is known as

A) exfoliation. B) salt crystal growth. C) spheroidal weathering. D) frost wedging. E) crystallization.

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The first letter of the two-letter code used to identify air masses on weather maps is either m or c

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Contingent valuation ________

A) measures how much people would pay to restore a resource after it is damaged B) involves buying and selling "rights to pollute" C) measures how much time, effort, and money people spend to travel for natural recreation D) says we should treat others as we wish to be treated E) says all individuals deserve just and equal treatment

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