Geostrophic winds flow parallel to the isobars because of a balance between the effect of Coriolis and the influence of the pressure gradient

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Before becoming glacial ice, compact granular snow melts and refreezes into the substance called ____________________, with a density of about 0.5 grams per cubic centimeter

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following is an example of complementary, interdependent principles emblematic of the harmonious interplay of opposites?

A. Buddhism and Daoism B. Confucianism and Daoism C. yin and yang D. gender imagery in poetry

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Which of the following is not associated with rising air motions?

a. overrunning b. convergence of air at the surface c. convergence of air aloft d. divergence of air aloft

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What is the main difference between rain-shadow deserts and tropical deserts?

A) cause of the lack of precipitation B) the parent rock type C) the amount of precipitation D) the typical vegetation

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