Regime Shift
What will be an ideal response?
A fundamental shift in the overall character of an ecological community, generally occurring after some extreme disturbance, and after which the community may not return to its original state. Also known as a phase shift.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Acid precipitation ________
A) that measures pH = 4 is twice as acidic as precipitation that measures pH = 5 B) has a pH higher than 7 C) has a low concentration of hydrogen ions D) has a pH lower than pure water
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A) alkyl B) amino C) hydroxyl D) thiol
Which process of heat transfer is displayed by the circulation of boiling water?
a. radiation b. convection c. conduction d. advection