Because of their low rainfall, intermittent stream flow, and dry stream beds, deserts lack ________.

A. runoff
B. mammals
C. through-flowing streams
D. vegetation
E. transverse dunes


Answer: C

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A) perched water tables B) aquifers C) aquitards D) springs

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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