Many communities are considering river floodplain restoration as a viable alternative to floodwalls and other "engineering solutions." The use of natural system restoration:

What will be an ideal response?


Will provide both flood control and ecosystem function benefits

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Flowing rivers and streams can recover from degradable and non-degradable waste pollution by natural recovery processes.

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

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If a storm can survive the west side of an easterly wave, there is a chance it can intensify into a hurricane. Which of the following is correct regarding an easterly wave?

A) The west side of the wave has rising, stable air. B) The west side of the wave has descending, unstable air. C) The east side of the wave has rising, unstable air. D) The east side of the wave has descending, stable air.

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Approximately 80% of Alaska has permafrost beneath its surface

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Star dunes ____

a. have only been found on Mars b. are the smallest type of sand dune c. have long arms stabilized by vegetation d. have multiple slip faces

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