The Coriolis effect results in the:a
rising of air at the equator.
b. falling of air near the poles.
c. deflection of moving air due to the rotation of Earth.
d. altitudinal variations in temperature.
e. release of heat once radiation strikes the Earth’s surface..
C
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A) swim B) see C) hear D) smell E) eat
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Which of the following organisms would you expect to have a Type II survivorship curve?
a. gorilla b. trout c. bald eagle d. California redwood