Explain why high elevations such as mountains are colder than sea-level locations
What will be an ideal response?
Air is denser near sea level. Since there are more greenhouse gas molecules near sea level, radiation is absorbed and re-emitted more times before escaping to space there compared to higher altitudes.
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What is NOT a pull factor for musicians to cluster in a particular music center?
A) proximity to agencies that book live performances B) proximity to cultural activities outside the realm of the music industry C) proximity to employment opportunities D) proximity to creative enclaves in which musical ideas may be developed E) proximity to highly competitive environment for a small number of jobs
What problems arise when a species is introduced from a foreign ecosystem? Why do these problems occur?
What will be an ideal response?
The ________ is found at the base of Earth's crust
A) Moho B) outer core C) mesosphere D) inner core E) geosphere
Which areas in the diagram represent processes that most countries rely on for dealing with solid waste management?
What will be an ideal response