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ereecah

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on: Jul 14, 2018
What feature of the earth's heat budget leads to the transfer of heat from the equator to the poles by winds and ocean currents?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

On a surface-level synoptic weather chart, a front is often identified by zones that exhibit:
 
  A) gradual changes in pressure.
  B) clear skies.
  C) a strong jet stream.
  D) abrupt changes in temperature, humidity, and wind direction.


jaygar71

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

The annual surplus of energy near the equator and the annual deficit of energy in the polar regions.

Answer to Question 2

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