Wind near the surface is less likely to be in geostrophic balance than winds in the middle troposphere because:
a. The pressure gradient is typically stronger near the surface than in the middle troposphere.
b. Stronger friction near the ground disrupts geostrophic balance.
c. The pressure gradient is typically stronger in the middle troposphere than near the surface.
d. The Coriolis force is weaker in the middle troposphere.
b. Stronger friction near the ground disrupts geostrophic balance.
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a. Women’s association with reproduction and the domestic sphere places them closer to nature. b. Men’s association with production and the public sphere distances them from nature. c. Women are associated with fulfilling bodily and emotional needs, while men are associated with rationality, civilization, government, and business. d. All of the above.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The igneous rocks shown in this photograph are forming
A. a dike. B. columnar joints. C. an irregular pluton. D. a volcanic neck.
The Yellowstone Park volcanic area is along a hot-spot track across the northwestern United States.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)