Clouds are classified according to which of the following characteristics?

A. appearance
B. latitude
C. altitude
D. method of formation


Answer: A

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What is a disadvantage of using multibeam echo systems to map the entire seafloor?

A) It can only detect a single narrow corridor of the seafloor. B) There are many beams that radiate from the ship's hull. C) There are very few vessels that are actually outfitted with these systems. D) The systems send a pulse of sound every ten seconds.

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Radioactive minerals release energy only through the fission process

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Any animal that eats other animals, living or dead, as a source of nutrients is a(n) ____

a. ectotherm b. endotherm c. suspension feeder d. carnivore-scavenger e. herbivore

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