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kodithompson

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Barometric pressure is often expressed as the _______ of a column of mercury in a barometer.
 
  A) weight
  B) density
  C) temperature
  D) height

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Geostrophic flow:
 
  A) undergoes a constant, or near constant, acceleration.
  B) occurs when the pressure gradient force equals the Coriolis force.
  C) occurs in atmospheric levels with substantial friction.
  D) can occur in all levels of the atmosphere.


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nickk12214

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

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


kodithompson

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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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