A ________ is a defined, recognizable, mappable, rock unit with a known age.

A) strata set
B) lithologic sequence
C) formation
D) stratigraphic section


Formation

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What is the dew-point temperature for a parcel of air with 3.8 g/kg?

The table on the right hand side of Figure 12.1 lists maximum specific humidity values for various temperatures. You can also use the table to find dew-point temperatures, if you know how many grams of water vapor per kilogram of air are present. What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is true about Canadian culture?

A) 30% of radio music must be Canadian B) Superman was invented by a Canadian C) Neil Young, Jim Carrey, k.d. lang, the New Pornographers D) all of the above E) none of the above

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