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

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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

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What are the stinging cells present in cnidarians?

a. cnidoblasts b. spicules c. amoeboid d. microvilli e. spongin

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What types of geologic evidence are used to infer past glaciations?

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