North-Facing Slopes in Mountainous Areas of Western North America Would

question 32

Multiple Choice

North-facing slopes in mountainous areas of western North America would be expected to ________.

• A) receive more sunlight than similar southern exposures
• B) be warmer and drier than comparable southern-exposed slopes
• C) support biological communities similar to those found at lower elevations on similar south-facing slopes
• D) support biological communities similar to those found at higher elevations on similar south-facing slopes

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Definitions:

Phagocytize

The process by which certain living cells called phagocytes ingest or engulf other cells or particles.

Cnidarians

Phylum of animals that have stinging cells called cnidocytes, two tissue layers, and radial symmetry; include hydras and jellyfish.

Medusa

A free-swimming or floating stage in the life cycle of some cnidarians, typically having a bell-shaped body and tentacles.

Gastrovascular Cavity

A central digestive cavity with a single opening that functions as both mouth and anus; characteristic of cnidarians and flatworms.