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on: Jul 14, 2018
Mirages are caused by:
 
  A) diffraction of sunlight. B) variations in air density.
  C) reflection of sunlight. D) scattering of sunlight.

Question 2

Which of these atmospheric properties is most important concerning whether mirages will be seen?
 
  A) barometric pressure
  B) wind speed
  C) visibility
  D) humidity
  E) temperature change with height


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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

E


dollx

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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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