Earthquake-induced ground motions cause buildings to sway at certain periods. In general, the taller the structure, the ________ the period.

A. period does not depend on building height
B. shorter
C. longer


Answer: C

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The degradation of land due to human action such as excessive crop planting, deforestation, and land grazing is

A) slash and burn agriculture. B) desertification. C) land desiccation. D) commercial farming. E) plantation farming.

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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A nerve cell membrane becomes depolarized as a result of

What will be an ideal response?

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