Most of the Russian region experiences a continental climate. List some other characteristics of the Russian climate:


high latitude
cold winters
long winter days
short summer days
warm summers
moderate precipitation

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A. 4 a.m. EST B. 8 a.m. EST C. 3 p.m. EST D. 3 a.m. EST E. 4 p.m. EST

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Consider the isotherm map of the United States shown above. Which of the following is the best realistic estimate of the current temperature at the spot marked by an X?

A) 80°F B) 75°F C) 85°F D) 70°F

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The creation of many glacial lakes during the Pleistocene is labeled a(n) ________ development

A) random B) insignificant C) aeolian D) pluvial E) fluvial

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Desert and steppe lands cover about what percentage of Earth's land area?

A) 66% B) 3% C) 30% D) 10%

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