Explain what this means. Be able to describe each of these factors and provide an example of how each has contributed to mass extinctions. In the book it is asserted that we are currently in the midst of a mass extinction event. Explain this statement and describe the role of humans in this process. Chapter 10 Severe Weather 1.
Water has a remarkable ability to absorb and release heat.
Describe the changes in water that cause heat to be absorbed or released. What is the Coriolis effect and what roles does it play in weather patterns. Chapter 11 Hurricanes and the Coastline 1. Decribe the typical life-cycle of a very destructive hurricane. In your answer consider the short term and the long-term.