Discuss the components of the surface energy budget
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+SW is incoming shortwave radiation from the sun; -SW is outgoing shortwave radiation from the sun that has been reflected; +LW is incoming longwave radiation emitted by the Earth, absorbed by atmospheric gases, and reradiated to the Earth's surface. -LW is outgoing longwave terrestrial radiation.
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Crustal movements of various kinds in the Earth's crust is collectively called ________ activity.
A. clastic B. 1st order C. detrital D. metamorphic E. tectonic
What process best describes Glacier movement?
a. Plastic Flow - at the surface of the glacier b. Basal Slip - deep within the glacier c. Plastic Flow - deep within the glacier d. Fracture Flow - deep within the glacier
What are the stinging cells present in cnidarians?
a. cnidoblasts b. spicules c. amoeboid d. microvilli e. spongin
What types of geologic evidence are used to infer past glaciations?
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