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Each autumn the forest floor is covered by leaves that have fallen from trees which type of organisms is most effective in decomposing the leaf tissue allowing the nutrients and minerals to be recycled in the environment?

Select the statement that is not true about the hubble telescope: a. it orbits above the earth, avoiding the light distortion caused by our atmosphere. b. it is mounted high on a hawaiian mountaintop to provide stable images. c. it has allowed scientists to see the formation of far-away stars and solar systems, leadin some certainty about the history of our own solar system. d. it has documented the destruction of far-away stars and galaxies, leading to some certa the theories of the life cycles of stars.

Which of the following practices is not recommended during a time of water scarcity? a. increasing wastewater recycling b. prohibiting the consumption of bottled water c. raising fines for violating outdoor water restrictions d. improving monitoring and management of local aquifers e. utilizing media to promote awareness of best practices in water management