A(n) ____________________ is a rise in sea level caused by increased winds and reduced air pressure during a hurricane

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


storm surge

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The columns of the periodic table divide atoms by their ________

A) number of protons B) number of neutrons C) number of valence electrons D) atomic mass

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Based upon what we are learning about invasive lionfish populations in the Caribbean and along the Atlantic coast of the United States, these lionfish populations __________.

a. can be controlled by introducing a new lionfish predator from the region where lionfish naturally occur b. can be eliminated by holding regular lionfish derbies encouraging people to catch as many lionfish as possible c. cannot be eliminated by any means currently known d. can be eliminated by setting traps widely in these regions

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The relief from Earth's highest point to its lowest point is approximately 50 km (31 mi)

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A dam built to store water for irrigation may lead to high reservoir levels behind the dam and too little remaining water storage in the reservoir to prevent downstream flooding during high rainfall or snowmelt

a. True b. False

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