Why do temperatures increase throughout most of the stratosphere? Specifically discuss the process that produces this warming effect.
What will be an ideal response?
Ultraviolet light is absorbed by ozone molecules and converted into infrared energy.
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A. A new form of chemical insecticide waiting approval by the EPA B. A strong herbicide C. A species-specific chemical sex attractant D. A chemical that travels in the bloodstream and controls an organism's growth and development E. A safe, natural pesticide
The principal gases of the homosphere (by volume) are nitrogen, helium, and argon
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The term "ground water mining" refers to
A) the use of ground water to mine minerals. B) the removal of overlying rock to reach ground water. C) the removal of ground water at a rate faster than that at which it can be replaced. D) the excavation of tunnels to reach ground water.
This area represents what type of mountain system
A) Fault block mountains B) Strike-slip mountains C) Collisional orogen D) Andrean type mountains