A magnitude scale is a measure of the energy released. It does not measure the extent of building damage or loss of life
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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Ensemble forecasting
A) should give the same results for all simulations. B) can give a more accurate probability of future weather. C) will soon allow accurate forecasting 4 to 6 weeks into the future. D) combines the results of British, European, and American models. E) all of the above
The central point, or node, for a tide in an ocean basin where little change in vertical height is measured is known as the amphidromic point
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following statements do not apply to flash floods?
A) form from high-intensity rainfall in small, steep, drainage basins. B) are hard to predict because they happen so unexpectedly. C) are deepest in narrow bedrock canyons. D) progressively inundate larger and larger areas of the floodplain.
Wind is included along with gravity, water, and ice as an agent of erosion. In many national parks and other areas of natural beauty, statements are often made that credit wind with having sculpted the landscape
Briefly discuss the importance of wind as an agent of erosion and explain why such statements are probably geologically inaccurate. What will be an ideal response?