An ascending parcel of air tends to cool by expansion, while a descending parcel of air tends to heat by compression

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

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A ball rolls off the edge of a horizontal roof at a velocity of 10 m/s. One second later, the speed of the ball is about

A) 10 m/s. B) 14 m/s. C) 16 m/s. D) 20 m/s.

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A self-amplifying reaction and a nuclear explosion in a nuclear power plant are prevented in large part by

A) the regular addition of uranium-239 to the fuel. B) control rods that absorb extra neutrons. C) the production of plutonium-239. D) fuel rods that absorb tremendous amounts of heat.

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What type of stream is shown in this figure?

A. meandering stream B. a stream that lacks point bars C. a stream whose channel has a low sinuosity D. braided stream E. All of these choices are correct.

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The gas that is produced as a result of the incomplete combustion of materials bearing carbon, when less oxygen is available is

A. carbon dioxide. B. water vapor. C. carbon monoxide. D. All the choices are correct.

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