Which is not a likely effect of snowfall on a mountain?

A) increased weight
B) decreased friction as snowmelts
C) increased cohesive binding by ice crystals
D) mass movement


Answer: C

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Longitude can be found using a protractor and the north polar star

a. True b. False

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The geothermal gradient is, on the average, about

A. 1°C/km B. 50°C/km C. 30°C/km D. 10°C/km

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What should be done to avoid water hammer?

a. always maintain a minimum residual pressure of 20 psi b. purge air from the line before opening a valve or nozzle c. open and close all valves slowly d. never connect a hard suction hose to a pressurized water supply

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