This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Atmospheric motions are mostly horizontal because A) gravity restricts vertical motions B) the ... (Read 139 times)

jho37

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
on: Jul 14, 2018
Atmospheric motions are mostly horizontal because
 
  A) gravity restricts vertical motions
  B) the atmosphere is very heavy
  C) its shallowness doesn't allow large vertical motions
  D) the oceans restrict vertical air motions

Question 2

The altitude of the upper boundary of the atmosphere
 
  A) may be easily measured using a hot air balloon
  B) may be easily measured using rockets
  C) is difficult to determine because weather instruments don't work at high altitudes
  D) is difficult to determine because we must first define how much air in a given volume indicates the presence of an atmosphere


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

jojobee318

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 298
Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


jho37

  • Member
  • Posts: 531
Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Excellent

ghepp

  • Member
  • Posts: 361
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Astigmatism is the most common vision problem. It may accompany nearsightedness or farsightedness. It is usually caused by an irregularly shaped cornea, but sometimes it is the result of an irregularly shaped lens. Either type can be corrected by eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.

Did you know?

To maintain good kidney function, you should drink at least 3 quarts of water daily. Water dilutes urine and helps prevent concentrations of salts and minerals that can lead to kidney stone formation. Chronic dehydration is a major contributor to the development of kidney stones.

Did you know?

The immune system needs 9.5 hours of sleep in total darkness to recharge completely.

Did you know?

The U.S. Pharmacopeia Medication Errors Reporting Program states that approximately 50% of all medication errors involve insulin.

Did you know?

Congestive heart failure is a serious disorder that carries a reduced life expectancy. Heart failure is usually a chronic illness, and it may worsen with infection or other physical stressors.

Uranus's southern hemisphere in approximate natural colour (left) and in shorter wavelengths (r Uranus's southern hemisphere in approximate natural colour (left) and in shorter wavelengths (r
To keep the foot under the center of gravity, the biped’s femur is angled from hip to knee. The quad To keep the foot under the center of gravity, the biped’s femur is angled from hip to knee. The quad
Vertical Structure of the Atmosphere Vertical Structure of the Atmosphere
Cloud Types: Vertical Development Cloud Types: Vertical Development
Effect of Atmospheric Stability Effect of Atmospheric Stability
Horizontal stroking of the abdomen. Place a hand on either side of the waist, fingers pointing away ... Horizontal stroking of the abdomen. Place a hand on either side of the waist, fingers pointing away ...
Video: Sigmoidoscopy

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library