How does saltation by wind differ from that in streams? What will be an ideal response?


Saltation by wind is self-perpetuating and generally moves smaller particles.

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A. no current is in the loop. B. no magnetic field lines pass through the loop. C. both of these D. neither of these

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Earth's biodiversity is evenly spread across the planet

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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  Figure 3.5 Key living (biotic) and nonliving (abiotic) components of an ecosystem in a field. ? In the accompanying figure, notice that the fox (secondary consumer) is in the process of pouncing on the rabbit. If humans were to remove that predator (fox), what would be the effects on the rest of the ecosystem? Be as specific as possible.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which is not one of the United Nations' 7 criteria for sustainable forest management?

A) Biodiversity B) Water purification C) Profit D) Carbon storage E) Flood prevention

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