Wind energy is derived from solar energy.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


True

The sun's energy causes differential heating of the Earth's surface.  As this energy is distributed and spread around the globe, winds are created.

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A) habitat; metabolism B) niche; resource C) neritic zone; selection D) habitat; niche

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Hail formation

A) requires a strong updraft. B) typically results in several layers on a hailstone. C) requires a hailstone to make vertical loops within a cumulonimbus cloud. D) all of the above E) none of the above

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Doppler radar aids tornado detection by detecting motion within clouds

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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At present, sea level is decreasing around the world's coasts.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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