A gas or vapor that traps infrared radiation instead of allowing it to escape through the atmosphere is called a(n)

A. air stagnator.
B. temperature inversion column.
C. greenhouse gas.
D. global-warming ozone.


C. greenhouse gas.

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1. Diseases that lead to formation of excessive mucous 2. Diseases that prevent complete ventilation 3. Diseases that lead to loss of lung elastic recoil 4. Diseases that reduce the total lung capacity 5. Diseases that act as an impediment to alveoli

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PNF stretching

a. involves an isometric contraction. b. can be done without a partner's assistance. c. stands for "proper needed flexibility stretching." d. involves rapid, bouncy movements.

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Provide the formula which relates linear to angular velocity, including the rules that apply to the formula and an example in sport, dance or rehabilitation where the formula is applicable.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In Parkinson's disease, slowed movements are defined as

A. rigidity B. bradykinesia C. tremor D. dystonia E. postural instability

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