Part of the passage is opinion? Cougars are one of the largest wild animals in our state. Many people
have never seen one, since these animals usually hunt at night, but our
region actually has one of the largest cougar populations in the
country. But the forests where cougars live are being destroyed,
reducing their numbers and threatening their long-term survival. Even
though they are rarely seen, our community would not feel like home
without the cougars.
A. But the forests where cougars live are being destroyed,...
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B. Many people have never seen one,...
C.
our community would not feel like home without the cougars.
O D. Cougars are one of the largest wild animals in our state

Why does the author's description of the mercury boiler—"the mercury, when vaporized, going into a mercury turbine and then into a condenser, remaining hot enough to generate steam in a steam boiler"—intentionally incorporate such highly technical language? using technical language establishes the expertise of the writer and convey the complex nature of the process being described. using technical language allows the writer to subtly poke fun at those who seek to make basic processes seem overly complicated. using technical language encourages readers to develop deeper and more meaningful personal connections to the information. using technical language lets the writer make clear to readers that the article is intended for readers who are themselves experts on electricity.