The urban heat island effect is caused by ________
A) heat-generating buildings and dark, heat-absorbing surfaces
B) nuclear power plants venting excess heat into the urban landscape
C) street lighting and burning of wastes in landfills
D) green buildings
E) air warmed over adjacent oceans blowing into urban areas
A
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A) belief in one God. B) polygamy. C) five daily prayers. D) generous giving of alms. E) recognition of the month of Ramadan as a time to fast.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
How is nuclear energy produced to generate electricity?
A. Hydrogen and helium are combined in the process of nuclear fusion. B. Uranium decays into two smaller particles, releasing heat in the process. C. Lead is heated until it becomes molten and turns into uranium. D. Large panels collect light from the nuclear-powered Sun.