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jilianpiloj

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As a general rule, friction is greatest ________.
 
  A) near the Earth's surface
  B) at jet stream altitudes
  C) near the poles
  D) near the equator
  E) at the middle latitudes

Question 2

The reason winds exist is ________.
 
  A) the unequal heating of the Earth system
  B) the Coriolis effect
  C) because air is a mixture of gases
  D) friction
  E) altitude differences


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milbourne11

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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


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Reply 2 on: Jul 13, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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