This image shows the hypothetical planet in the investigation for the ocean interactions chapter. What type prevailing winds are most likely between 60° N and the North Pole?
A) Trade winds
B) Westerlies
C) Polar easterlies
D) No winds
B) Westerlies
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What will be an ideal response?
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Cold, dense air will have a ________ vertical pressure gradient than will warm, light air
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A stream's velocity varies only along its length. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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As surface winds blow toward the equator in the Southern Hemisphere,
which way are they defl ected by the Coriolis eff ect? What will be an ideal response?
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