What is VEI? What will be an ideal response?


VEI stands for Volcanic Explosivity Index. It has values that range from 0 to 10 and is based on the
volume of material ejected, the height that the material rises, whether volcanic gases and ash penetrate
the stratosphere and how long the eruption lasts.

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An urban growth boundary (UGB) is intended to ________

A) maintain low housing costs for the average homeowner B) help an area retain its distinctive character C) ensure that businesses do not locate in residential areas D) enforce certain restrictions within neighborhoods E) provide guidelines for city development to separate areas desired to be urban from areas desired to be rural

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What solutions can you propose to minimize this environmental impact in the future? What will be an ideal response?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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