Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Urban Heat Island

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning the urban heat island is correct?

• A)the urban heat island only develops where cities are mostly located on islands
• B)the urban heat island only develops in hot,dry climates
• C)residential areas are affected more than core urban areas
• D)park areas in a city can reduce the effect of the urban heat island
• E)highly reflective surfaces can be used to reduce the impact of the urban heat island

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Definitions:

Life-Sustaining Functions

The essential physiological processes necessary to maintain life, including respiration, blood circulation, and neural activity.

Medulla

A region of the brainstem that controls vital bodily functions, such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Reticular Activating System

A network in the brain responsible for regulating wakefulness and sleep-wake transitions.

Reticular Formation

The reticular formation is a complex network of nerve pathways within the brainstem that plays a key role in controlling arousal and consciousness.