The type of weather system known as a “mid-latitude cyclone” cannot form over the tropical

ocean because:a.
surface temperature contrasts are not large.
b. the ocean surface has a lot of waves.
c. the Coriolis force is weak in the tropics.
d. both (a) and (b)
e. both (a) and (c)


e

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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How could a rock at point C be melted?

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