Which of these numbered features contains the least amount of Earth's water?

A. 1-ocean
B. 2-atmosphere
C. 3-glaciers and ice sheet
D. 4-groundwater
E. 5-lakes


Answer: B

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A) North to south longshore current
B) Glacial deposition
C) Sea level increases
D) All of these are important processes for Cape Cod's formation.

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The material inside Earth generally decreases in density from the planet's center to the surface

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Evaluate Chicago’s current annual March–May, June–August, and September–November water balances. What is the annual surplus or deficit? What are Chicago’s projected annual March–May, June– August, and September–November water balances? What is the annual surplus or deficit? Which months have the greatest projected surplus? Which months have the greatest projected deficits?

Chicago, Illinois
Latitude 41.81°N
Longitude 87.68°W
Elevation 182 m
Population 2,714,856

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The GPI for the United States ________

A) is far below that of the rest of the world B) increases when resource consumption increases C) increases when resources extraction increases D) has increased dramatically since 1975 E) has leveled off since 1975

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