Greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide do not occur naturally in the atmosphere, but are only produced in significant quantities by human activities such as power generation, agriculture, land-use changes, and

transportation. Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE

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A. Coal B. Recycled C. Clastic D. Bioclastics E. Crystalline

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Which of the following defines the lag in daily temperature?

A. the time between the daily minimum and maximum solar energy received at the surface B. the time between the daily minimum and maximum temperature C. the time between the daily minimum temperature and maximum solar radiation D. the time between the daily maximum solar radiation and maximum temperature

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Outline the adaptations fish have acquired to maintain their position in saltwater. What will be an ideal response?

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