Which of the following statements correctly compares the relationship between the earth, its atmosphere and radiation?
the earth is cooled and its atmosphere is heated by solar radiation.
the earth is heated and its atmosphere is cooled by terrestrial radiation.
the earth is cooled and its atmosphere is heated by terrestrial radiation.
the earth is heated and its atmosphere is cooled by solar radiation.

According to the law of conservation of energy, energy can neither be created nor destroyed. if this is true, why is there less energy in the top of the energy pyramid than there is in the bottom of the energy pyramid?

Some technological solutions to problems like global warming meet the specific needs and situations of local communities. an example from india involves converting the solid waste from cattle into clean-burning fuel for cooking. this reduces the amount of greenhouse gases, specifically methane and carbon dioxide, released into the environment from wood fires. when evaluating the feasibility of implementing this solution, computer models are used to weigh costs against benefits. what factor is least likely to impact the decision on adopting this technology?

Use this dichotomous key for insect identification to identify the insect shown. 1. a. insect has one pair of wings. order diptera b. insect has two pairs of wings. go to #2 2. a. front wings thicker in texture than hind wings go to #3. b. front and hind wings are same texture throughout. go to #4 3. a. front wings are short order dermaptera b. front wings cover entire abdomen order coleoptera 4. a. wings with scale on all parts of their area. order lepidoptera b. wings without scales go to #5. 5. a. hind wings smaller than front wings. order ephemeroptera b. front and hind wings nearly equal in size. order odonata the insect pictured is in the order diptera. ephemeroptera. coleoptera. odonata.