When Carbon Dioxide in the Atmosphere Dissolves with the Raindrops

question 23

Multiple Choice

When carbon dioxide in the atmosphere dissolves with the raindrops, what is the expected change in pH of the raindrops?

• A) slightly acidic
• B) slightly basic
• C) same as pure water
• D) depends on the altitude where rain drops are formed

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Definitions:

Binocular Cue

Visual information taken in by two eyes that enables perception of depth and distance, adding to the sense of three-dimensionality.

Monocular Cue

A depth cue that is available even when the world is viewed with one eye alone, such as size, texture gradient, and linear perspective.

Contralateral Input

The process in neuroscience where sensory information received on one side of the body is processed in the opposite side of the brain.

Texture Gradient

A depth cue based on the gradual change of texture as objects recede in the distance, influencing perception of depth.