What is NOT a characteristic of a mineral?

A. must be solid
B. must be nonliving
C. must be naturally found in nature
D. must be made of only one element
E. must have atoms forming a crystal pattern


D

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A trough-shaped fold away from the fold axis is

A) called a syncline. B) called an anticline. C) plunging. D) tilted.

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There appears to be a _______ of photosynthesis and respiration currently, so the remarkable atmosphere is best understood as a result of the long term _______ of organisms in the ocean and on land.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following terms refers to a dust or sandstorm that forms along the leading edge of a thunderstorm?

A. chinook B. foehn C. haboob D. bora

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