Which of the Following Statements Is Incorrect

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

• A)Periglacial regions occupy about 20% of the Earth's land surface.
• B)Periglacial environments occur at high latitudes and high elevations.
• C)There are no permafrost regions in Alaska due to its maritime subarctic climate.
• D)Permafrost develops in areas where soil,sediment,or rock temperatures remain below 0°C (32°F)for at least two years.
• E)Periglacial environments are found of the periphery of glaciated areas.

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Definitions:

Circadian Cycles

Biological processes that occur within roughly a 24-hour cycle in living organisms, influencing sleep, hormone release, and other bodily functions.

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles.

Diurnal

Relating to or occurring during the day or in the daytime, often in contrast to nocturnal.

Pineal Gland

A small endocrine gland in the vertebrate brain that produces melatonin, which helps regulate sleep patterns.