The principle of Rayleigh scatter states that atmospheric particles larger than the wavelength of light account for the differential scattering of shorter wavelengths of light

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE

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The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has issued which of the following statements?

A) Climate change models can mimic present-day conditions only if human emissions are taken into account. B) Human climate alterations have not yet produced significant impacts on biological systems. C) Ocean acidification is not a problem because the ocean does not absorb carbon dioxide gas. D) Recent regional climate changes have not yet affected physical systems on Earth. E) The temperature increases observed since the mid-20th century are very likely due to natural causes.

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The primary basis for classifying detrital rocks is ________, whereas the primary basis for classifying chemical rocks is ________

A) particle shape; trace elements B) crystalline structure; Sorting C) particle size; mineral composition D) sorting; density

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The Western Wall

A) is a holy site to Jews. B) is the remains of an ancient temple. C) is beneath an important Muslim mosque. D) was once closed to Jews for all but one day each year. E) All of these choices are correct.

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What type of map is shown here? 

A. topographic map with contours B. satellite image C. geologic map D. shaded-relief map

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