What does “descent”mean in this passage?

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Answer 1

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more context please

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b. "Climate is what you expect and weather is what you get."Elucidate.

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People are often heard linking an unusually hot day to global warming, but as American science fiction author Robert Heinlein once said, “Climate is what you expect, weather is what you get”.

Climate and weather should not be confused, explained Meteorological Office manager Charles Galdies. A similar quotation to Heinlein’s is one by another American author, Mark Twain, who had noted that “Climate lasts all the time, and weather only a few days”.

“Both quotations embrace the essence of the difference between weather and climate,” said Dr Galdies.

Basically the weather is what is happening to the atmosphere at any given time. Climate is a measure of what to expect in any month, season or year, and this measure is found using statistics based on local observations over many years, said Dr Galdies.

He went on to say that climate statistics often concentrate on averages, but it is the extreme events that the public is most perceptive to; it is these events that generate the most interest. However, while dangerous, these rare extremes are still part of our normal climate.

On the other hand, the concept of climate change is about significant shifts in meteorological conditions lasting for many years.

These changes may involve a single measure (say temperature), but usually accompany more general alterations in weather patterns to warmer, drier, and sunnier conditions over prolonged periods that result from shifts in weather patterns around the world, said Dr Galdies.

As pointed by the National Centre for Atmospheric Research, located in Colorado, scientific research has taught us that climates are changing because earth is warming up.

While this may contribute to a warm summer day, global climate change is actually much more complicated than that because a change in the temperature can cause changes in other weather elements such as clouds or precipitation.

The World Meteorological Organisation observes that our knowledge of changes in the climate over the last few thousand years was transformed during the 20th century.

Few will remember that way back in 1988, the Maltese government took up a proposal of international law professor David J. Attard, requesting the United Nations to protect the global climate.

Prof. Attard had written to The Times of London, proposing a UN resolution declaring the weather and climate to be part of the common heritage of mankind, and that the appropriate mechanism be established to protect these natural resources in the interests of mankind.

In his letter, Prof. Attard had referred to a front-page article that had appeared in the newspaper a week before, titled ‘Soggy summers may be with Britain for good’.

The article had considered the phenomenon of a steadily rising average annual rainfall in the upper latitudes of the northern hemisphere and the very high temperatures in the southerly latitudes from the Mediterranean across northern India.

His proposal led to the 1992 UN Convention on the Protection of Global Climate, and in 2007 he was jointly awarded the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize together with Albert Arnold (Al) Gore Jr. The award was a sign of recognition for his valuable contribution to the work of the multi-disciplinary Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change (IPCC).

Science helps us predict future climate change. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) explains that the reason studying climate and a changing climate is important, is that it will affect people around the world.

Rising global temperatures are expected to raise sea levels, and change precipitation and other local climate conditions. Changing regional climate could alter beaches, forests, crop yields, and water supplies.

It could also affect human health, animals, and many types of ecosystems. Deserts may expand into existing rangelands, and features of our green areas may be permanently altered.

what first battle marked the beginning of the civil war

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First Battle of Bull Run

Answer:

The First Battle of Bull Run

Explanation:

The First Battle of Bull Run, otherwise called the Clash of Manassas, denoted the primary significant land clash of the American Common War. On July 21, 1861, Association and Confederate armed forces conflicted close to Manassas Intersection, Virginia.

Tom works hard throughout the week and very much looks forward to his weekends. He thinks that his hard work earns him as many drinks as he wants. Last night, he went to a party and drank quite a bit and then decided to take a walk in the local park because he knew he was too intoxicated to drive. Despite it being 1 a.m. he was singing at the top of his lungs and local residents called the police to complain about his behavior. If he is found to have committed a crime it would likely be:_______

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Answer is given below:

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Tom may be guilty of violating public peace. Especially when everyone thinks he will retire from bed, his disorderly behavior that causes anger in society.                                                                                      So, that Breach of public peace is all about disturbing the public peace or order as a result of of disorderly behavior.      

What did the Japanese adopt from the Chinese

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the japanese adopted rice cultivation writing , centralized government civil service examinations , temple building , clothes, art & music, and their eating habits

11. Select the correct answer.
Which statement is true about the Mongol Empire after Genghis Khan’s death?
A.
Batu Khan had more tributary states than Kublai Khan.
B.
Kublai Khan’s empire was larger than Batu Khan’s empire.
C.
Kublai Khan unified China, and Batu Khan unified most of Russia.
D.
Kublai Khan and Batu Khan were equally successful as conquerors.
E.
Kublai Khan had more tributary states than Batu Khan.

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Answer:

C

Explanation:

Answer: c

Explanation:

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how can human trafficking be solved

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Answer:

they sketching in the morning abs

Answer:

There can be a button everyone has with them that notifies the police of their location if they push it. They only push the button if they are being trafficked or think they are going to be trafficked.

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Answer:

ROCK-A the answer is Extrusive Rock-B is instrisive and Rock- C is extrusive Rock-D is extrusive. Hopefully this is helpful

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ROCK-A the answer is Extrusive Rock-B is instrisive and Rock- C is extrusive Rock-D is extrusive. Hope this is helpful

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who is present Prime Minister of india​

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Answer:

Narendra Modi

Explanation:

Answer:

Narendra Modi since 2014

Explanation:

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A researcher conducts a correlation between 1) income and the number of years in school, and 2) the number of close friends one has and their level of depression. She finds correlation coefficients of .47 and -.60, respectively. Tell me what these results mean.

1. Correlation #1
2. Correlation #2

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Answer:

Correlation 1 between income & number of years in school is moderate positive. Correlation 2 between number of close friends & depression level is  moderate negative correlation.

Explanation:

Correlation is a statistical measure showing relationship between variables' direction of movement. It lies between 0 &1.

Positive Correlation means variables move in same direction, one variable increase implies other variable increase & vice versa.

Correlation 1 between income & number of years in school is positive correlation. So, higher income implies more years in school & vice versa.

Negative Correlation means variables move in opposite direction, one variable decrease implies other variable increase & vice versa.

Correlation 2 between number of close friends & depression level is negative correlation. So, more close friends imply lower depression level & vice versa.

Correlation 1 is moderate positive correlation (between 0.25 & 0.75). Correlation 2 is also moderate negative correlation (between -0.25 & -0.75)

What did people call George because of his love for plants?

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Answer:

The peanut man or the plant doctor

Explanation:

the liked peanuts

QUESTION 9
Assumption of risk
a. none of the above.
b. is a defense to allegations of negligence.
c. is a defense to the defense of last clear chance.
d. must be proved for a plaintiff to win a case based on strict liability.

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Answer:

C is a defense to 5 defense of last clear chance

How has the government tried to end wage discrimination?

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Answer:

Explanation:

The government has tried to end wage discrimination since back in 2016 when the state lawmakers introduced at least 180 bills across the country aimed at shrinking the pay gap. Seven were enacted, dozens are pending and nearly 50 either failed or were vetoed. A year prior, 76 equal pay-related bills were introduced in 33 states. And it’s not just progressive states like California taking the wage gap seriously. Louisiana, North Dakota and Utah are just three examples of Republican states advancing such legislation, said Emily Martin, a legal expert on equal pay. In North Dakota, for instance, a bill passed in 2015 strengthening employer's salary reporting requirements. The state, which overwhelmingly voted for Trump in the 2016 election, proves the issue of pay equity is still being addressed in conservative areas. “I’m glad that states are really focusing on equal pay and exploring new policy solutions to ensure women are paid equally to men, in part because federal policy-making is at best stalled on this issue, and at worst, we might be seeing rollbacks in coming years,” Martin, who serves as general counsel and vice president for workplace justice at the National Women’s Law Center, told NBC News.While equal pay laws passed by Congress include the Equal Pay Act passed of 1963, states are offering creative solutions to expand protections for women and close federal loopholes. Don't Ask, Don't Tell

Bills that prohibit employers from requiring job applicants to reveal their salary history can prevent pay discrimination from following a woman throughout her career. In 2016, Massachusetts enacted first-of-its-kind legislation forbidding employers from inquiring about salary history. Since then, California has followed suit and nearly 20 states have introduced similar measures. “If your new employer is setting how much you make based on how much you made at your last job, given that women tend to be paid less than men, it has the effect of replicating those wage disparities through a woman’s career as she shifts from job to job,” Martin said. “We’ve seen a lot of interest in other states in replicating [Massachusetts’s law].” California, Delaware, Maryland and Connecticut are among the states in 2016 that strengthened laws prohibiting bosses from retaliating against employees who discuss their wages with coworkers. As of 2017, 17 states had "pay secrecy" laws on the books, and some are looking to strengthen existing law. But several states, including Arizona, continue to allow such practices from employers. “You can’t challenge pay discrimination if you don’t know you’re being paid less than a male coworker, but a lot of employers either have formal policies prohibiting employees from talking to each other about wages or strong implicit disapproval for employees talking to each other about wages,” Martin said. Delaware Gov. Jack Markell signed H.B. 314 into law in 2016, making it illegal for employers to require employees to sign a document waiving the right to discuss salaries with other workers. Making Fewer Businesses Exempt

Several states have equal pay protections that don’t apply to smaller businesses or to workers in the private sector, where the wage gap tends to be more pronounced due to a less transparent pay structure. Five states— Utah, Texas, South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia — exempt small businesses from enforcing equal pay protections, while Louisiana's laws only apply to public workers.

In March, Nebraska amended its equal pay protections to encompass businesses that employ at least two workers per day. Previously, the law applied to businesses with more than 15 workers. “The bottom line is line is protections need to cover everyone and they need to be strong and robust,” Kate Nielson, the state policy analyst for the American Association of University Women, told NBC News. But Will State Legislation Be Enough?

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Who had more power, the European King
or the Japanese Emporer?
European King
Japanese Emperor

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Answer: Keropean King

Explanation:

European king had more power

How has the uno been helping nepal in its economic and social development?give examples.​

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Answer:

United Nations Organization has been always assisting Nepal for its social and economic development through various UN agencies. ... UNDP is helping Nepal mainly for democratic governance, poverty reduction, crisis prevention and recovery, energy and environment and HIV\AIDS along with their development programs.

Somebody help fast please

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Answer:

it a or c

i think

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When did Ghana uses its
wealth to conquer
surrounding
kingdoms and
become an empire what is 300 CE or 800 CE?

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Answer:

800CE

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What were some challenges that immigrants faced? Select all that apply
A. Overcrowding in cities
B. Immigrants struggled to travel by train
C. Immigrants struggled to find jobs
D. Immigrants struggled to send letters home
E. Immigrants struggled to make friends

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Answer:

A and C

Im pretty sure

Answer:

A and c is the answer

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"Outsourcing is becoming more and more common, but it is a controversal idea in the United States. Why do you think this is such a highly contested idea? Do you think is a good idea or a bad one? Explain the reasons for your answer."

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Answer: If you want a Career you need to answer this by your self

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Name the organelle that would be
found in large numbers in a cell of a:
(a) Rapidly respiring tissue
(b) Unicellular organism
(c) Green plant stem​

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Unicellular organism

Drag each label to the correct location on the table.
Read the list of people and contributions that were made during the Hellenistic era. Identify the examples and explanations
that go with each characteristic.
Characteristic
Example
Explanation
astronomy
Aristarchus
Sun is the center of the universe
geometry
mathematics
philosophy
Art
Architecture
research and study
Aristotle
construction that isn't
Archimedes
coliseums, theaters
Winged Victory
Euclid
Father of geometry
for religious purposes
Library of Alexandria
theories on government
a center of research and study
where written works were stored
art focused on the perfection
of the human form
the value of pl and the lever
system

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                    ANSWER:

GEOMETRY: EUCLID = FATHER OF GEOMETRY

MATHMATICS: ARCHIMEDIS = THE VALUE OF PI AND LEVER SYSTEM

PHILOSOPHY: ARISTOTLE = THEORIES ON THE GOVERNMENT

ART: WINGED VICTORY = ART FOCUSED ON THE PERFECTION OF THE HUMAN FORM

ARCHITECTURE: COLISEUMS, THEATERS = CONSTRUCTION THAT ISNT FOR RELIGOUS PURPOSES

REASEARCH AND STUDY: LIBRARY OF ALEXANDRA = A CENTER OF REASEARCH AND STUDY WHERE WRITTEN WORKS WERE STORED

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One country has a comparative advantage over another when it: A. can create economic growth with less trade. B. is better able to produce all of the goods it needs. C. is able to easily produce more of a good. D. can produce a good at a lower opportunity cost.​

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Answer:

D. can produce a good at a lower opportunity cost.​

Explanation:

When a country manages to produce a good or service at a lower cost of opportunity than its trading partners, it means that that country has a comparative advantage. In this case, it is worth remembering that opportunity cost is the term that determines the value that a producer renounces when making a decision on which product will be produced and which will be rejected.

What two rivers provided fresh water to the Chinese people?

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Both the Yellow River and the Yangtze/Yangzi River.

Answer:

The Yellow River and the Yangtze river

Explanation:

Took the test, this was the right answer.

Could the Holocaust have been stopped if so how.
( please go into detail)

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If Hitler hadn’t come into power this wouldn’t have happened because he was the person who spread harsh views about certain groups of people.

I hope this helps.

explain why economics deals with allocation and efficient utilization of scarce resource only

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Economics is the study of the allocation of scarce resources. We have infinite desires and wants and only some limited amount of resources to satisfy them. We therefore wish to optimise the production from those scarce resources. At which point we need to know which resources are scarce of course.

What is anatomy? How did it relate to ancient Egypt? PLS HELPITS THE LAST THING ON MY TEST

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Anatomy- The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms, especially as revealed by dissection and the separation of parts.

Ancient Egyptians were discovering things about how the human body worked and they knew that the heart, pulse rates, blood and air were important to the workings of the human body.

Explanation:

What are the agents of socialization. which one do you think is most important and why​

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Answer:

The agents of socialization include the family, religion, peer groups, economic systems, legal systems, penal systems, language, and the media. I think family is the most important because they will always be there for you and they care for you.

Explanation:

How did Jose Manuel Carrasco mine for copper? a. In order to find copper, he dug deep shafts and mined until there was nothing left. b. Carrasco required two hundred men to extract copper. c. He smelted the copper right beside the mine to make the process d. He collected deposits exposed to the surface. Please select the best answer from the choices provided ΟΑ OB O C OD more efficient

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its  d your welcomee

Answer:

d

Explanation:

How is social control functional for society?

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Social control is exercised through individuals and institutions, ranging from the family, to peers, and to organizations such as the state, religious organizations, schools, and the workplace. Regardless of its source, the goal of social control is to maintain conformity to established norms and rules.

what economic anthropology is and what it studies

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Answer:

The following is an explanation of the expression.

Explanation:

A scientific workplace that tries to understand the economic actions of an individual utilizing the instruments of the intellectual as well as anthropological study known as economic anthropology. It examines processing, distribution, and use throughout the social contexts with multiple forms of certain material.

Mount Fuji is located on the largest of the ____ main islands of Japan.
A. 6
B. 4
C. 14
D. 7
Please select the best answer from the choices provided
O
A
B
С
D

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Answer:

B). ..4

Explanation:

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Answer:

b. 4

Explanation:

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