If Earth's surface was homogeneous (either all land or all water), ____.
A)the semipermanent highs and lows would be stronger
B)the semipermanent highs and lows would be weaker
C)the semipermanent highs and lows would disappear altogether
D)the semipermanent highs and lows wouldn't change in intensity
E)the semipermanent highs and lows would have the same intensity, but would occur in different locations

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The semipermanent highs and lows on Earth are significantly influenced by the distribution of land and water. If the Earth's surface were homogeneous, these features would likely disappear due to the lack of differential heating and cooling effects that currently drive their formation and maintenance.

If Earth's Surface Was Homogeneous (Either All Land or All