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CharlieWard

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The average insolation received by the thermopause when the Earth is at its average distance from the sun is known as the
 
  A) solar constant.
  B) solar wind input to the atmosphere.
  C) energy balance.
  D) incoming solar radiation.

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Global circulation patterns of winds and ocean currents, which drive weather systems and, ultimately, climate patterns are created by
 
  A) the coriolis force.
  B) frictional force caused by the Earth's spinning on its axis.
  C) imbalances created by energy surpluses and deficits at the equator and poles, respectively.
  D) the differential heating properties of land and water.


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

A

Answer to Question 2

C


CharlieWard

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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
:D TYSM

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Gracias!

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