How does the text explain why salinity is higher at the tropics than in other parts of the world’s oceans?
In the section titled “Paved Landscape”, How does the pavement like asphalt and concrete greatly alter the local water cycle? What are the effects? What is life
3. Living organisms are very diverse and have adapted to life on Earth. The text lists several Key features that help define life. What are these three features as mentioned in the text?
4. What are the five kingdoms of life as discussed in the text? Briefly define each one.
5. In your own words, describe the carbon cycle as described in the text. What is it? How does it work?
