Unfrozen Areas in an Area Dominated by Permafrost Are Called

question 49

Multiple Choice

Unfrozen areas in an area dominated by permafrost are called __________.

• A)the active layer
• B)continuous permafrost
• C)periglacial
• D)talik

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Definitions:

Core Temperatures

The temperature of the central part of the human body, which is maintained within a narrow range necessary for essential enzymatic processes.

Pulmonary Artery

The blood vessel that carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.

Urinary Bladder

A hollow organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine from the kidneys before it is excreted.

Dysrhythmia

An abnormality in the heart rhythm, which can range from minor irregularities to severe disturbances in heart function.