Which of the numbered features on this figure is a continental shelf?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Answer: A
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A. low heights on a constant pressure chart B. low pressures on a constant pressure chart C. high heights on a constant pressure chart D. high pressures on a constant high chart
Which factor does not affect wave height?
A) local depth of the ocean B) velocity of wind C) duration of wind D) direction of wind
Under what circumstances could the relative humidity exceed 100% without producing condensation in the air?
A) when the dew point is higher than the air temperature B) when the water vapor is composed of "heavy" water C) when there are no condensation nuclei D) when the air is perfectly dry
Compared to an eastern boundary current in a gyre, which of the following statements is true for a western boundary current?
A) Deeper current B) Increased current velocity C) Warmer water D) Narrower current E) Deeper currents, increased current velocity, warmer water, and narrower current are all true of western boundary currents