What are some of the geographic reasons why the Inland South is prone to major hazards such as thunderstorms, floods, and tornadoes?

What will be an ideal response?


The region has a humid subtropical climate, prone to storms that produce heavy rains. The flat areas of central lowlands in particular are prone to tornadoes.

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Evaluate the statement. "Lateral moraines may form at any glacier."

A) This statement is true. B) This statement is true, but only under certain favorable conditions. C) This statement is false. Lateral moraines form only at ice caps. D) This statement is false. Lateral moraines form only at valley glaciers.

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Each day past the winter solstice the noon Sun is a little higher above the southern horizon

a. True b. False

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One advantage of large-scale hydropower is that it

A. does not require government subsidies. B. has a high net energy yield. C. produces low methane emissions. D. makes it easier for fish to migrate upstream. E. does not alter aquatic ecosystems.

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Which of the following countries does not have coastline on the Red Sea

A. Ethiopia B. Sudan C. Egypt D. Saudi Arabia

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