Based on what you know about the hydrologic cycle and the climate of the

southwestern U.S., why do you think the recharge rate (?%) is so low in
the Tucson Basin? What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary. May include factors such as air temperature, relative humidity,
evaporation rate, soil characteristics (low permeability), and the nature of precipitation.

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A) thermosphere B) stratosphere C) troposphere D) mesosphere E) stratopause

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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