Which of the following is not characteristic of desert plants?

a. widespread, shallow root systems
b. deep root systems
c. large leaves that droop in the bright sunlight
d. succulent leaves or stems
e. becoming dormant during dry periods


C

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Friction

A. is greater near the ground surface. B. increases with altitude. C. is responsible for weaker winds aloft. D. diminishes turbulence.

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Which country played a major role in the economy of the countries of Eastern Europe in the decades following WWII?

A) China B) United States C) Soviet Union D) Japan E) United Kingdom

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The number of international tourists has ________ during the last two decades

A) remained the same B) shrunk C) more than doubled D) more than quadrupled E) increased ten-fold

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