Describe the causes and consequences of the uneven distribution of insolation

What will be an ideal response?


Due to Earth's curved surface, lower latitudes receive more concentrated direct insolation, while higher latitudes receive less concentrated, more diffuse insolation. This latitudinal imbalance in energy drives global circulation in the atmosphere and oceans.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. electrons b. molecules c. ions d. atoms

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A) infrared B) ultraviolet C) visible D) near infrared

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Which three states in the USA have the potential to provide enough usable wind power to supply the entire country's electricity needs?

a. Maine, Washington State and California b. North Dakota, Kansas, and Texas c. Maine, Washington State Nevada d. Coastal Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana e. North Carolina, Texas and Oregon

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