Over oceans, rates of evaporation exceed those of precipitation. In spite of this, sea level does not drop. Explain why this is the case
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: The balance is achieved because of the run-off carried to the oceans from the continents.
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A) Oak trees B) Bacteria C) Bullfrog D) Fruit flies
In response to criticisms of Limits to Growth, a computer model was published in Beyond the Limits that
A. Includes a lower rate of world population growth B. Predicted a decrease in both population and resources in the next century C. Predicted an increase in resources in the next century D. Predicted growth in both population and resources in the next century E. Includes technological progress and pollution abatement
Which of the following is not a normal consequence of the convergence of two continental crust plates?
A) subduction of the thicker plate B) formation of thrust faults C) increasing thickness of crust D) formation of mountains
When will stream discharge likely be the highest?
A) as the stream flows through the narrowest part of the channel B) during periods of heavy rainfall C) in the winter when the snow packs are the greatest D) in late fall or winter when the area begins to freeze E) as it flows midstream, especially in summer