Alexander Von Humboldt First Proposed the Idea That Plant Communities

question 158

Multiple Choice

Alexander von Humboldt first proposed the idea that plant communities change with altitude just as they do with latitude. This is known as the

• A) altitude-latitude hypothesis.
• B) vegetation similarity theory.
• C) life zone concept.
• D) "plant fallacy hypothesis" since the idea was later disproved.

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Definitions:

Collision Mitigation System (CMS)

Accident avoidance electronics using radar, microwave, and/or video to sense potential accidents and subsequently alert driver, and using chassis data bus to signal the engine brake and service brakes to make an evasive response. An example is Wingman.

Actuate Brakes

The process of applying brakes or causing brake systems to engage in order to slow or stop movement.

Detect Objects

The process or method used to identify the presence of physical items or obstacles in the surrounding environment, typically through sensors or software algorithms.

ECM

Stands for Engine Control Module, a computer that controls various engine functions such as fuel injection, ignition timing, and emissions.