If surface winds were influenced only by the pressure gradient force and Coriolis force (i.e.without the frictional force)
A) The effects would vary depending on surface texture.
B) there would be no winds at all.
C) winds would flow parallel to isobars and at high rates of speed.
D) winds would flow in a straight line from areas of higher to lower pressure.
C
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A) food production. B) environmental benefits. C) land reform. D) wages for farmers. E) conflicts between the primary and secondary sectors.
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A. placelessness B. deglobalization C. ubiquity D. corporatization
____________________-____________________ ____________________ occurs when cold air is held against a mountain range
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Desert and steppe lands cover about what percentage of Earth's land area?
A) 66% B) 3% C) 30% D) 10%