The phrase "rain shadow" is associated with which of the following types of precipitation?
a. convectional
b. orographic
c. cyclonic
d. frontal
B
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Which of the following describes the location where a lee-side low forms?
A. near the poles B. near the equator C. on the downwind side of a mountain D. on the upwind side of a mountain
Bipedalism of early hominids probably developed as a response to changing climatic conditions that resulted in changes
from forest to savanna. a. True b. False
The following diagram illustrates the Rock Cycle.
The diagram illustrates the Rock Cycle. Match the item below to step number 1 on the diagram.Example: If you believe that metamorphic rock is converted to magma by cementation and compaction then choose that answer for Step 1.
A. Cementation and compaction (lithification) B. Heat and pressure C. Weathering, transportation, deposition D. Cooling and solidification E. Melting
Judge the following sentence according to the criteria given below: Microscopic biogenous ooze is common on the deep-ocean floor BECAUSE there is so little lithogenous sediment deposited at great distances from the continents that could dilute the
biogenous material. A) The assertion and the reason are both correct, and the reason is valid. B) The assertion and the reason are both correct, but the reason is invalid. C) The assertion is correct, but the reason is incorrect. D) The assertion is incorrect, but the reason is correct. E) Both the assertion and the reason are incorrect.