Temperate rain forests differ from tropical rain forests in that
A) temperate rain forests survive a four-to-six-month long dry season, but tropical rain forests experience wet conditions year-round.
B) temperate rain forests generally experience more precipitation than tropical rain forests.
C) temperate rain forests are more likely to contain evergreen trees than tropical rain forests.
D) temperate rain forests may experience freezing temperatures, but tropical rain forests never do.
D) temperate rain forests may experience freezing temperatures, but tropical rain forests never do.
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A) is best done with a rain gauge. B) usually involves estimating the water content of snow. C) can only be measured by human beings. D) uses the same instruments as does rain measurement.
How did Aristotle's explanations about the natural world influence progress in geological research?
a, His explanations propelled geologic research over the next several centuries, resulting in the presently accepted principle of uniformitarianism b. His explanations were considered to be the authority on the subject, which inhibited the acceptance of novel scientific ideas for many centuries c. His explanations were and still are considered to be the authority on the subject. d. His explanations were immediately rejected, which led to a lull in scientific progress e. His explanations propelled geologic research over the next several centuries, resulting in the presently accepted doctrine of catastrophism
When Nellie is suspended at rest by a pair of gymnastic rings, the upward support forces by the rings will always
A. each be equal to her weight. B. add up to more than her weight. C. each be half her weight. D. add up to equal her weight.
What are the primary compounds found in acid rain?
A) lead and chlorofluorocarbons B) carbon dioxide and lead C) nitrogen oxide and carbon dioxide D) chlorofluorocarbons and sulfur E) sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide