Why is it so expensive to desalinate water? What will be an ideal response?


Because of the amount of power used in pumping and
filtering saltwater.

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Pictured here is a model of how the atmosphere is heated. Which arrow represents heating of the earth's atmosphere by longwave radiation?



A) Insolation reflected by land
B) Insolation reflected by clouds
C) Energy absorbed by land
D) Infrared energy emitted by land

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Although all compositions are represented, most plutons are:a

felsic rocks. b. intermediate rocks. c. mafic rocks. d. felsic and mafic rocks. e. felsic, intermediate and mafic rocks.

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Describe the main abiotic ecosystem components. Give at least two regional examples of how these elements combine to form ecosystems

What will be an ideal response?

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Terrestrial planets in our solar system have thick atmospheres, while the outer planets are

primarily atmosphere-free. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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