Why do skiers get sunburned so easily?

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Because the snow reflects almost all of the visible and ultraviolet radiation, and the skin is exposed to radiation both from the sun and from the snow.

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Are most forest wildfires natural or are most caused by people?

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Where did British and French forces nearly go to war over Sudan in 1898?

a. Khartoum b. Omdurman c. Fashoda d. Agadir

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How many air curtains are used in a multi-deck open display freezer?

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A good way to fasten insulation to the inside of sheet metal duct is to use ____.

A. "S" fasteners (clips) and drive clips (cleats) B. staples and tape C. self-tapping screws and draw bands D. tabs and adhesives

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