The per capita ecological footprint of a person living in New York City is smaller than that of a typical US citizen.

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


True

New York City is compact with a large population and has widespread public transit systems.  As a result, many people do not own or drive cars, which decreases their per capita ecological footprint.

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Bacteria are a valuable source of protein for other marine organisms.

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

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Why is the hole in the ozone greatest over Antarctica?

A) The Coriolis Effect produces the ozone hole and is greatest in the polar regions. B) Ozone, a greenhouse gas which traps ultraviolet energy radiated from the Earth's surface, has highest concentration in Antarctica. C) South American countries have not ratified the Montreal Protocol and continue to release ozone-destroying CFCs. D) Because of a combination of thin, icy clouds and Antarctic wind patterns which trap chlorine freed from CFCs. E) The ozone hole is a natural phenomenon related to high polar stratospheric clouds.

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What is the largest marine community?

a. Intertidal community b. Photic zone community c. Between the photic zone and the deep bottom d. Deep bottom communities

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List and describe four tools used to track hurricanes and develop forecasts

What will be an ideal response?

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