What is GPS? Give several examples of its utility in physical geography
What will be an ideal response?
Global Position Systems refers to the constellation of Earth orbiting satellites, the associated ground stations, and the user segment used to derive precise location and elevation information at or near the Earth's surface. There are multiple GPS uses within physical geography.
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What will be an ideal response?
Falls, slumps, and slides may turn into flows. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Dew point is the temperature at which water vapor in the air begins to condense. The temperature inside a cloud would therefore be:
A) about equal to the dew point. B) just above the dew point. C) below freezing. D) way above the dew point.
Continental ice sheets smooth and round the terrain while mountain glaciations tend to ________
A) leave the terrain undisturbed B) polish the terrain C) steepen slopes and increase local relief D) have similar effects E) build mountains in the lower latitudes