Most marine organisms are ____
a. metabolic
b. endothermic
c. ectothermic
d. exothermic
ANS: C
These organisms are said to be cold blooded. Ectothermic organisms have internal temperatures are
close to that of their surroundings. Information can be found in the section Environmental Factors
Influence the Success of Marine Life.
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Cloud seeding using silver iodide may enhance precipitation in ____
A) cold clouds composed entirely of ice crystals B) warm clouds composed entirely of water droplets C) supercooled clouds containing a low ratio of ice crystals to droplets D) cumuliform clouds
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The classic scientific method includes
A. predicting the results of experiments. B. performing experiments. C. formulating general rules that organize findings. D. all of the above