When upper atmospheric winds blow parallel to the isobars along straight paths, they are termed ________ winds
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
geostrophic
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We have used more natural resources since 1955 than in all of recorded human history up to that time
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) predicts continued warming of about ________ per decade over the next two decades.
A. 0.3°C B. 0.5°C C. 0.2°C D. 0.1°C E. 0°C
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Natural rainfall primarily results from the interaction of water with
A) carbon dioxide. B) sulfur oxides. C) nitrogen oxides. D) PAN. E) ozone.
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Where would you expect to find the highest temperatures in January?
A) Ocean in the Southern Hemisphere B) Ocean in the Northern Hemisphere C) Land in the Southern Hemisphere D) Land in the Northern Hemisphere
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