Although Greenland's ice cap is melting, the melting is projected to have no effect on world sea level

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False
RATIONALE: If the ice sheet were to melt completely—a prospect of the far distant future — climate models suggest the world's sea level would rise by 20 feet (6 m).

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

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Human and animal muscle power is also known as ________ ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The eruptions of the Hawaiian volcanoes may be described as explosive in comparison to the 1980 Mount St. Helens eruption

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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At present, most of the energy used in the United States is supplied by

A. fossil fuels. B. geothermal plants. C. nuclear power plants. D. hydroelectric plants.

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The Southern Hemisphere is dominated by maritime influences, whereas the Northern Hemisphere is dominated by continentality

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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