Ocean surface currents and deep currents
A) change direction frequently.
B) are driven by conduction.
C) form counterclockwise gyres in the Northern Hemisphere.
D) can have a major impact on climate.
E) all of the above
D
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pressure. With this type of pressure, the stress on the rock is the ____________________ in all directions. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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a. scalar magnification b. vertical exaggeration c. remote sensing d. scaling e. contouring
What is the most productive photosynthetic plankton apart from Cyanobacteria?
a. Dinoflagellates b. Coccolithophores c. Diatoms d. Ciliates
Why are rhinoceros being overhunted?
A. For their horns, which are used to make traditional Chinese medicines. B. For their tongues, which are served in fine American restaurants. C. For their hides, to make fine Italian leather for couches. D. For their livers, which are prized by the Japanese in sushi.