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Which of the following is true relative to the Earth-atmosphere radiation system?
 
  A) Averaged over a year, Earth's surface has an energy budget.
  B) Averaged over a year, Earth's surface has an energy deficit.
  C) Averaged over a year, Earth's atmosphere has an energy budget.
  D) The Earth's energy is never in balance because surface surpluses are greater than atmosphere deficits.

Question 2

The majority of Earth's crust is composed of ________ rock.
 
  A) igneous
  B) metamorphic
  C) sedimentary
  D) carbonate



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A





 

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