Which of the following does NOT describe a severe tropical low-pressure system with high winds in
excess of 120 km per hour and torrential rain?
a. cyclones
b. typhoons
c. monsoon
d. hurricane
e. willy-willies
C
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All of the following statements about lead poisoning are correct EXCEPT
A. Lead poisoning is an example of chronic toxicity. B. Lead poisoning is an example of acute toxicity. C. Lead poisoning is the result of a persistent pollutant. D. Lead poisoning has resulted in regulations to prevent exposure.
Which of the following are two major industries in San Diego County?
A) Tourism and the U.S. Navy B) High technology and commercial manufacturing. C) Fruit agriculture and wine D) Import/export and computer manufacturing.
Which of the following has been an effect of ecotourism in Hawaii?
A) The trash from millions of visitors has choked out mangrove forests on the island of Oahu. B) Tourists have irreparably damaged sensitive coral reef ecosystems. C) Conservation efforts have become more financially feasible because of increased tourist dollars. D) A large marine reserve in Hawaii was forced to close because of the increased need to feed tourists. E) Ecotourism has always been banned in Hawaii, but other Pacific islands have experienced myriad negative effects of ecotourism.
On which continent is the intertropical convergence furthest from the equator in the summer season?
A) North America B) South America C) Europe D) Africa E) Asia