Which of the following processes is the main cause of cloud iridescence?
A. diffraction of light
B. dispersion of light
C. reflection of light
D. refraction of light
Answer: A
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The doldrums are regions where two Hadley cells converge and experience light variable winds
a. True b. False
Although light, nitrogen, and phosphorous are abundant in the Pacific and Southern Oceans, the plankton are less abundant due to ________.
A. low surface temperature, low oxygen levels at the surface, and lack of iron in surface waters B. low surface temperature C. lack of iron in surface waters D. low surface temperature and lack of iron in surface waters E. low oxygen levels at the surface
A vertical migration of plankton is responsible for mixing nutrient-rich deep water with the nutrientpoor
surface water. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.