Briefly explain how dolostone is formed. What will be an ideal response?


Dolostone is formed by the replacement of some of the calcium in calcite of limestones by magnesium

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Which of the following describes a hurricane warning?

A. It indicates when a hurricane approaches to within 500 km of the mainland. B. It indicates the location where a hurricane is forecasted to make landfall. C. It indicates the probability that a hurricane's centre will pass within 100 km of a location. D. It is issued whenever surface wind speeds exceed 120 km/h.

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Discuss the relative merits of coal and nuclear power as energy supplies for the 21st century

What will be an ideal response?

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Advection fogs form best when there is no wind

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Heavy precipitation in the humid tropical climates is due to ____

a. warm, humid air and unstable conditions along the ITCZ b. convectional uplift c. cool polar air along the ITCZ d. low pressure cells along the ITCZ

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