Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134746241
Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 15.12, Problem 5A
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The average annual precipitation at a specific location.

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The temperature of the air is an important factor that determines precipitation potential. This is because the cold air tends to contain less moisture than the warm air. The precipitation rate varies along the latitudes.

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Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)

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