What Factor Most Influences the Dry Deserts of Nevada

question 42

Multiple Choice

What factor most influences the dry deserts of Nevada?

• A) the hot desert sun
• B) the Pacific Ocean
• C) overgrazing by livestock
• D) the rain shadow from a California mountain range

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